Eriophyes cerasicrumena
This record describes Eriophyes cerasicrumena (species). Recorded family: Eriophyidae. Recorded order: Trombidiformes.
Identification and Appearance
Mites so small that a microscope is needed. Better identified by the pouch-like galls.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Arachnida
- Order
- Trombidiformes
- Suborder
- Prostigmata
- Superfamily
- Eriophyoidea
- Family
- Eriophyidae (Gall mites)
- Genus
- Eriophyes
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Diet and Behavior
Life History
Produces galls on black cherry, Prunus serotina . The caterpillars of Cherry Gall Azure, Celastrina serotina , are known to feed on these galls.
About Mites: the wider group
Order-level background for Trombidiformes, the group containing Eriophyes cerasicrumena. Species-specific details appear above.
Group overview
Trombidiformes includes ~26,000 described species of mites including velvet mites, chiggers, and spider mites. Spider mites (Tetranychidae) are among the most destructive agricultural pests worldwide.
Ecological role of the group
Velvet mites are important soil predators. Chigger larvae are parasitic on vertebrates and can cause intense itching (trombidiosis). Some mite species are used as biological control agents against pest mites in agriculture.
Economic and practical significance of the group
Spider mites cause billions of dollars in crop damage globally, affecting over 1,100 plant species. The two-spotted spider mite (Tetranychus urticae) has developed resistance to more pesticides than any other arthropod.
Recorded sources for this group: USDA, agricultural pest management research. Imported estimates may describe particular regions or reporting periods.
Photos of Eriophyes cerasicrumena (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Charley Eiseman; Additional contributions by Beatriz Moisset
Frequently Asked Questions About Eriophyes cerasicrumena
What is Eriophyes cerasicrumena?
Eriophyes cerasicrumena is a species in the family Eriophyidae, within the order Trombidiformes.
How do you identify Eriophyes cerasicrumena?
Mites so small that a microscope is needed. Better identified by the pouch-like galls.
What is the life cycle of a Eriophyes cerasicrumena?
Produces galls on black cherry, Prunus serotina . The caterpillars of Cherry Gall Azure, Celastrina serotina , are known to feed on these galls.