Mite Collection (#4)

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

Dark Field Light Micrograph: Scrub Typhus Mite Chigger - Magnification x 125 (if print A4 size: 29. 7 cm wide)
LRDS-309 Dark Field Light Micrograph: Scrub Typhus Mite Chigger Magnification x 125 (if print A4 size: 29.7 cm wide) Leptotrombidium akamushi David Spears (Last Refuge)

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

Grapefruit (Citrus x paradisi) fruit, damaged by Citrus Rust Mite (Phyllocoptruta oleivora)

Orange (Citrus sinensis) fruit, damaged by Citrus Rust Mite (Phyllocoptruta oleivora)

Net-winged Beetle (Platycis minutus) adult, covered in parasitic mites, Brede High Woods, West Sussex, England, september

Red Velvet Mite (Eutrombidium rostratus) adult, walking on bark, Oxfordshire, England, march

Red Velvet Mite (Trombidium sp. ) adult, Spain
Red Velvet Mite (Trombidium sp.) adult, Spain

Mite on bee, SEM
Mite on honeybee. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a mite (Varroa sp. upper centre) on the thorax of a honeybee (Apis mellifera)

Anystid mite (Family Anystidae)

Bee mites, SEM
Bee mites. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of bee mites on the body of a bee. Some bee mite species feed by cutting into the surface membranes of the bee

Parasitic mite (Tropilaelaps clareae), light micrograph. This mite is a parasite of honeybee colonies (Apis sp.). It is native to Asia and its natural host is the giant Asian honeybee (Apis dorsata)

Predatory mite, SEM
Predatory mite. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the mouthparts of a Phytoseiulus sp. mite. This mite is used as a biological control animal against red spider mites

Bee mite, SEM
Bee mite. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a bee mite on a bee. Some bee mite species feed by cutting into the surface membranes of the bee

Mite on a fly, SEM
Mite. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of an unidentified mite (order Acari) on the head of a fly (eye at upper left, red). The mites are tiny relatives of the spider

Honey bee mite, SEM
Honey bee mite. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a honey bee mite (Varroa sp.). Parasitic mites have decimated hives of wild and domesticated honey bees (Apis mellifera)

Mites on a honeybee, SEM
Mites on a honeybee. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of mites (order Acarina) on a honeybee (Apis mellifera). These mites, relatives of ticks and spiders, are parasites of the bee

False-colour SEM of a nematode worm & Acarus siro

Mite eating cheese
False-colour scanning electron micrograph of a soft bodied mite Acarus siro, feeding on a piece of mouldy cheese. The strands through which the mite crawls are hyphae of the fungus Penicillium sp

Infected bee, SEM
Diseased bee. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a honeybee (Apis mellifera) infected with mites (Varroa sp. not seen)

Dust mite allergy, conceptual artwork. Dust mites (Dermatophagoides sp.) are tiny arachnids that live in the home, feeding on shed skin cells

Eyelash mites, artwork

Dust mites, artwork

Honeybee mite, artwork

Eyelash mite, artwork

Scabies mite, artwork

Dust mite, artwork

Mosquito, artwork

Sarcoptic mange mite eggs, SEM
Sarcoptic mange mites eggs, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). This burrowing mite causes the skin disease scabies. Magnification: x200 when printed at 10 centimetres wide

Sarcoptic mange mites, SEM
Sarcoptic mange mites, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). These burrowing mites cause the skin disease scabies. Magnification: x30 when printed at 10 centimetres wide

Honey bee mite, light micrograph
Honey bee mite. Light micrograph of a honey bee mite (Acarapis woodi varroa). This mite is found worldwide except in Australia

Scabies-affected skin, light micrograph

Dust mite, SEM

Chicken mite, light micrograph

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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.