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Two-spotted or red spider mite, Tetranychus urticae, damage and webbing on leaves of ornamental house plant Colocasia
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Two-spotted or red spider mite, Tetranychus urticae, damage and webbing on leaves of ornamental house plant Colocasia
Two-spotted or red spider mite, Tetranychus urticae, damage and webbing on leaves of ornamental house plant Colocasia esculenta
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Acari Araceae Arachnida Damage Damaged Garden House Infestation Leaf Leaves Mite Ornamental Spider Bronzing Colocasia Esculenta Houseplant Taro Urticae Webbing
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Web of Mischief - The Notorious Red Spider Mites Strike Again!
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. In this snapshot, the mischievous red spider mites have turned a peaceful houseplant into their own personal playground! These tiny arachnids, known as Tetranychus urticae or Two-spotted spider mites, have wreaked havoc on the beautiful leaves of an ornamental Colocasia plant. With their insatiable appetite for adventure, these little troublemakers leave behind a trail of destruction. The once vibrant green foliage now bears the scars of their presence - bronzing and speckling marks that resemble abstract art created by nature's very own Picasso. But that's not all! In true artistic fashion, these crafty critters have spun intricate webs across the leaves like miniature acrobats performing daring stunts. It seems they've transformed this innocent plant into a circus tent! As we gaze upon this image captured by photographer Nigel Cattlin, we can't help but marvel at the audacity of these minuscule creatures. Their infestation may be a nuisance to gardeners and houseplant enthusiasts alike, but there's no denying their ability to turn even the most ordinary scene into something extraordinary. So next time you spot some webbing on your beloved plants or notice peculiar damage on those precious leaves, remember – it might just be the work of these notorious red spider mites seeking excitement in their tiny world.
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