They may also cause cosmetic damage to fruit, but may be predaceous as well. Six-spotted thrips feed on spider mites and are therefore beneficial. Citrus Red Mite Class Arachnida Citrus Mites Mites are difficult to see without the aid of a hand lens. They have rounded bodies with eight legs. Mite damage is usually more apparent than the mites themselves.
Some types leave a fine webbing on the underside of leaves or between fruit.
Mites are often associated with water stress and dust. Keep trees well irrigated, particularly in the late summer and early fall when monsoon winds can kick up dust storms. This site was developed for the Arizona Cooperative Extension , College of Agriculture , The University of Arizona . The University of Arizona. All contents copyrighted.