European house dust mite

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in terrestrial habitats from forests to deserts.

Distributed across Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Taiwan, and United States.

🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇺🇸 United States

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (動物)

Phylum

Arthropoda (節足動物)

Class

Arachnida (クモガタ類)

Order

Sarcoptiformes (Sarcoptiformes)

Family

Pyroglyphidae

Genus

Dermatophagoides

Species

Dermatophagoides pteronyssinus (European house dust mite)

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American house dust mite

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of European house dust mite?

The scientific name of European house dust mite is Dermatophagoides pteronyssinus. It belongs to the genus Dermatophagoides.

Where does European house dust mite live?

European house dust mite is found in Distributed across Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Taiwan, and United States.. Countries include Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Taiwan, United States.

What family does European house dust mite belong to?

European house dust mite (Dermatophagoides pteronyssinus) belongs to the genus Dermatophagoides, which is part of the taxonomic family Pyroglyphidae.

What kingdom does European house dust mite belong to?

European house dust mite (Dermatophagoides pteronyssinus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (動物).

What are the closest relatives of European house dust mite?

The closest relatives of European house dust mite in the genus Dermatophagoides include American house dust mite.