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Spider Mites

Adult spider mites are tiny plant pests that are actually a type of arachnid. Like spiders, they have eight legs and most species spin webs.

 

When Spider Mites are present, fruit may look as if it is not developing correctly. Webbing on the plants may also indicate the presence of spider mites.

 

 

 

 

Symptoms of Spider Mite Damage

Yellow spots may appear on the underneath part of the leaves as the spider mites suck the juice of the plant leaves. These leaves may turn yellow or white with brownish tips, and they may also fall off.

 

Fruits may look as if they are not developing correctly. Webbing on the plants may also indicate the presence of spider mites.

 

 

 

 

Results of Spider Mite Infestation

Plants may wither and die. Fruit may not develop fully and therefore be unmarketable.

 

 

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