Amblyseius

Amblyseius
Amblyseius largoensis
Scientific classification
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Arthropoda
Class: Arachnida
Subclass: Acari
Order: Mesostigmata
Family: Phytoseiidae
Genus: Amblyseius
Berlese, 1914

Amblyseius is a large genus of predatory mites belonging to the family Phytoseiidae.[1] Many members of this genus feed on other mites such as red spider mites, and also on thrips. Several species are popular as biological control agents to control these pests.

Species

References

  1. de Moraes, G. J. (2005). Phytoseiidae Species Listing. Biology Catalog, Texas A&M University. Retrieved on August 19, 2010.
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