Dust Mites

Actual Size : About 0.33 mm long.

Characteristics: Off-white to cream, Their body is soft, oval and flattened, can usually only be seen with a microscope.

Legs: 8

Antennae: No

Wings: No

Habitat: Feeds on shed human skin (expelled skin is most often found in areas where humans spend the majority of their time sitting or lying for extended periods). Excrement may trigger allergic reactions and asthma in some individuals. Feeding may also occur on spilled food and fungi. Prefer areas of high moisture (if less than 60% relative humidity, these mites are not able to thrive). Young are known to resist drying up for some period.