Acarus
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A group of tiny mites that often damage stored food
- noun
- /əˈkɛrəs/
- Specialized
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acarús
- Scientists identified the specimen as Acarus siro, commonly known as the flour mite.
Examples
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Many stored grain pests belong to the genus Acarus and can cause significant losses.
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The Acarus mite can cause significant damage to crops.
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Infestation by mites of the Acarus genus can be harmful to both food supplies and humans.
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Many farmers are concerned about Acarus infestations.
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Infestation by mites of the Acarus genus can be harmful to both food supplies and humans.
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Scientists identified the specimen as Acarus siro, commonly known as the flour mite.
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Many stored grain pests belong to the genus Acarus and can cause significant losses.
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Etymology
Acarus comes from the Greek word ákari, which means 'mite'. So Acarus is the scientific name for a group of tiny mites, often the little grain or flour pests that can damage food.
