Since ants and termites may appear early in the spring it is important to know how to tell the difference. Ants have three very distinct body regions with the head, thorax, and abdomen being distinctly separated and connected by a pedicel. Also the forewings are longer then the hind wings. All three body regions of the termite are equal in width with no distinction. Also the wings are of equal length.
Clover mites are tiny spider mites about the size of a small pin head.
They invade homes during the winter and early spring. They are harmless but leave a stain when crushed. Houses constructed with brick or stone are more frequently invaded. Cool temperature periods drive them to seek protection in the house. They are small enough that they can gain entrance through any minute crack.