Bulb mite

Catalogue Type
Plant Pests Catalogue
Scientific Name
Rhizoglyphus robini
Family
Acaridae
Distinguishing Characters
Bulb mites have an oval body and are translucent.
Their legs are short and reddish brown.
Eggs are shiny, clear and oval
Host Crop
onion bulbs or garlic clove
Order
Sarcoptiformes
Photo of Insect
Photo of Damaged Crop