In The Southeast Basic Facts of Insect and Mite Populations Insects and mites belong to a group of animals known as arthropods. This group also includes spiders, ticks, scorpions, and even crabs. Primary characteristics of this group are segmented legs and other appendages and a hard exoskeleton for body support.
Arthropods occur in all environments and situations.
It also discusses pesticide resistance and its management. Understanding the basics about arthropod life cycles and growth habits will help the grower grasp more complex and critical concepts of pest management. Life Cycles Insects and mites do not usually just appear in hordes that attack crops, although sometimes that may seem to be the case. Each species has its natural origins and a limited ability to increase its population. The majority of insects reproduce by laying eggs which develop outside the mother's body.