Mite Collection (#3)

Domestic Sheep, mule ewe, affected by Sheep Scab (Psoroptic Mange) caused by Psoroptes mites, grazing in pasture, Lancashire, England, March

Redlegged Earth Mite (Halotydeus destructor) on old plank of wood

Dust mites, SEM Z445 / 0355
Dust mites (Dermatophagoides sp.) and dust debris, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Every house has millions of dust mites

Mites on beetle
Mites on a beetle. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of mites (Fuscuropoda marginata, at centre) infesting a click beetle (Elater balteatus). They are seen on the beetles legs

SEM of a dust mite
Dust mite. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a dust mite (Dermatophagoides sp. ). Dust mites are tiny arachnids which live in houses

F / col SEM of a mite (Varroa) of the honeybee
Mite of the honeybee. False-colour scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the mite Varroa jacobsoni that occurs as an ectoparasite on the honeybee (Apis sp.)

Gall mites, SEM
Gall mites. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of several gall mites (Eriophyes sp.). These pests infest a wide range of plants, causing economic damage to food crops and forests

LM of Demodex folliculorum
Light micrograph in interference contrast illumination of the Follicle Mite (Demodex folliculorum). Follicle Mites are human ectoparasites, aggregating around hair follicles and in the orifices

Coloured SEM of a dust mite, Dermatophagoides sp
Dust mite. Coloured Scanning Electron Micrograph (SEM) of a dust mite Dermatophagoides sp. in a sample of household dust. It is crawling among hair, fibres and other dust debris

Dust mite, artwork F007 / 7399
Dust mite, computer artwork

Dust mite, artwork F007 / 7408
Dust mite, computer artwork

Dust mite, artwork F007 / 7402
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Dust mite, artwork F007 / 7417
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Dust mite, artwork F007 / 7406
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Dust mite, artwork F007 / 7403
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Dust mite, artwork F007 / 7416
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Dust mite, artwork F007 / 7414
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Dust mite, artwork F007 / 7409
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Dust mite, artwork F007 / 7412
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Dust mite, artwork F007 / 7411
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Dust mite, artwork F007 / 7413
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Dust mite, artwork F007 / 7400
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Dust mite, artwork F007 / 7410
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Dust mite, artwork F007 / 7405
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Dust mite, artwork F007 / 7415
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Dust mite, artwork F007 / 7404
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Dust mite, artwork F007 / 7407
Dust mite, computer artwork

Scabies mite, artwork F005 / 0587
Scabies mite (Sarcoptes scabei), computer artwork

Scabies mite, artwork F005 / 0585
Scabies mite (Sarcoptes scabei), computer artwork

Scabies mite, artwork F005 / 0586
Scabies mite (Sarcoptes scabei), computer artwork

Scabies mites, artwork F006 / 2480
Scabies mites. Computer artwork of scabies mites (Sarcoptes scabei) burrowing into the skin

Microscopical Objects C017 / 3449
Plate from 18th century encyclopedia showing illustrations of microscopical objects including small animals and parts of animals, microscopic or minute organisms, such as rotifers

Widows Mites
Lot of Widows Mites

Honey bee mite, SEM C016 / 8024
Honey bee mite. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the underside of a Varroa sp. mite from a honey bee. Varroa are parasitic mites that attack honey bees (Apis sp.)

Nail galls on lime (Tilia platyphyllos) C016 / 5296
Nail galls on leaves of the large-leaved lime, Tilia platyphyllos, caused by the gall mite Eriophyes tiliae. The galls are initiated by a fertilised female (the fundatrix)

Ventral surface of a mite from the prostigmatic species
Scanning electron microscope image displayed on the glass screens in the Darwin Centre, at the Natural History Museum, London

Mite in amber

Ornithodoros moubata, tick
This species of tick (Ornithodoros moubata) specifically carries the virus of African swine fever

Demodex uncii, follicle mite
A follicle mite magnified X600. The follicle mite is a worm-like microscopic mite which lives in the follicles and sebaceous gland of most humans

Chiggers, larvae of trombiculid mites
Lizards have pockets within their skin where chiggers accumulate. These pockets offer ideal living conditions. Each pocket has thick walls that repair quickly

Mite in baltic amber
A mite trapped in Baltic amber dating from the Upper Eocene period, about 35 million years ago

Neotrombicula autumnalis, harvest mite
These harvest mites also known as bracken bugs or chiggers occur in Britain during late summer. The tiny mites attach themselves under tight fitting clothes, feed and then detach causing itchy scabs

Filossera della vite
Tav. 3a. Illustrations of various mites and lice from Conoscenza delle Fillosserine 1912 by B. Grassi

Phoretic Mites - hitchiking on Harvsetman Spider - UK
SPH-804 Phoretic Mites - Hitchiking on Harvestman UK Steve Hopkin contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Gorse Spider Mite web - Cornwall - UK
DAC-110 Gorse Spider Mite web Cornwall - UK Tetranychus linearius David Chapman contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Red Spider Mites - infestation on tomato plant
ASW-2497 RED SPIDER MITES Infestation of Red Spider on Tomato plant Tetranychus sp Alan J. S. Weaving contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

(Mark 12: 43). Color engraving after Gustave Dor
JESUS & WIDOWs MITE. (Mark 12:43). Color engraving after Gustave Dor

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"Mite: Tiny Creatures with a Big Impact" From munching on cheese to causing havoc in beehives they can fascinating creatures that come in various shapes and sizes. Picture No. 11675613 captures the intricate world of these minuscule beings. One well-known mite is Sarcoptes scabiei, responsible for scabies infestations. These microscopic pests can cause intense itching and discomfort for their unfortunate hosts. On the other hand, Oligonychus ununguis, commonly known as red spider mites, wreak havoc on plants by sucking out their vital juices. Intriguingly, crustaceans and arachnids also fall under the category of mites – a litho (black and white photo) showcasing this diverse group would surely captivate any nature enthusiast. Dust they are another type that often goes unnoticed but can trigger allergies in susceptible individuals. Their presence is beautifully depicted through artwork inspired by these elusive creatures. For those who appreciate scientific marvels, Scanning Electron Micrograph (SEM): Follicle Mite - Magnification x 3800 offers an up-close look at the intricacies of a follicle-dwelling mite. The level of detail revealed is truly astonishing. The Varoa mite has become a notorious honeybee parasite due to climate change-induced mild winters. A heartbreaking image shows how it infects and damages beehives in Cockermouth, Cumbria, UK – highlighting the urgent need to protect our precious pollinators. Meanwhile, Red spider mites (Tetranychus urticae) showcase their vibrant presence against an Andalusian backdrop during June's warm embrace. Lastly, an engraving from 1870 portrays "The widows' mite, " reminding us that even ancient cultures recognized these tiny creatures' significance throughout history. Whether they're eating cheese or causing ecological disruptions, mites prove that size is not a measure of impact.