red spider mite
US /ˌred ˈspaɪ.dər maɪt/
UK /ˌred ˈspaɪ.dər maɪt/
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Rote Spinnmilbe, Spinnmilbe
a tiny arachnid pest (Tetranychus urticae) that feeds on the sap of plants, causing damage to leaves and fruits, often found on the undersides of leaves and characterized by its reddish color
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The gardener noticed a severe infestation of red spider mites on his tomato plants.
Der Gärtner bemerkte einen starken Befall von Roten Spinnmilben an seinen Tomatenpflanzen.
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To control red spider mites, it's often recommended to increase humidity and use insecticidal soap.
Zur Bekämpfung von Roten Spinnmilben wird oft empfohlen, die Luftfeuchtigkeit zu erhöhen und Insektizidseife zu verwenden.