Leaves darken on the edge . The feeding activity of mites tends to turn leaves yellow with a dark edge. Leaves have dark speckles on them . Unlike speckles caused by Sooty Mold , these speckles cannot be wiped off. They are actually small scars caused by the sucking activity of the mites.
Leaves are deformed or twisted .
Leaves curl down on the edge . Leaves have yellow spots on them . Visible insects or other pests . Spider Mites are arachnids and, as such, have eight legs. The come in various colors, including red, green, yellow, brown or black.