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Velvet Mite

Trombidiidae

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Field Notes

Description:

1/8" 3-4mm. Oval to rounded rectangle. Bright velvety red

Habitat:

Moist woods on vegetation and soil

Notes:

Wish I had a better pic of this little guy

Reference Links:

Red Velvet Mite (Trombidiidae) - Information on Red Velvet Mite, Trombidiidae

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PublishedApril 25, 2014

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