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Red and black flat mite

Brevipalpus phoenicis

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Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in terrestrial habitats from forests to deserts.

Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa), Asia (Taiwan), Europe (8 countries), and North America (United States).

🇿🇦 South Africa 🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇫🇷 France 🇬🇷 Greece 🇮🇹 Italy 🇪🇸 Spain 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇺🇸 United States 🇳🇱 Netherlands

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Animalia (動物)
Phylum
Arthropoda (節足動物)
Class
Arachnida (クモガタ類)
Order
Trombidiformes (トロンビディフォルメス)
Family
Tenuipalpidae
Genus
Brevipalpus
Species
Brevipalpus phoenicis (Red and black flat mite)

Similar Species in Brevipalpus

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Privet mite
Brevipalpus obovatus
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Red and black flat mite?
The scientific name of Red and black flat mite is Brevipalpus phoenicis. It belongs to the genus Brevipalpus.
Where does Red and black flat mite live?
Red and black flat mite is found in Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa), Asia (Taiwan), Europe (8 countries), and North America (United States).. Countries include Belgium, France, Greece, Italy, Netherlands, Portugal, South Africa, Spain, Taiwan, United Kingdom.
What family does Red and black flat mite belong to?
Red and black flat mite (Brevipalpus phoenicis) belongs to the genus Brevipalpus, which is part of the taxonomic family Tenuipalpidae.
What kingdom does Red and black flat mite belong to?
Red and black flat mite (Brevipalpus phoenicis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (動物).
What are the closest relatives of Red and black flat mite?
The closest relatives of Red and black flat mite in the genus Brevipalpus include Privet mite.

Native Range — 11 Countries

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Genus Brevipalpus — 2 Species

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Privet mite
Brevipalpus obovatus
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Red and black flat mite
Brevipalpus phoenicis
NE
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