rust mite

US /ˈrʌst maɪt/
UK /ˈrʌst maɪt/
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Rostmilbe

a tiny mite (family Eriophyidae) that causes damage to plants by feeding on their surface cells, leading to a rusty or bronzed appearance on leaves and fruit

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The citrus trees were heavily infested with rust mites, causing the fruit to turn brown.
Die Zitrusbäume waren stark mit Rostmilben befallen, was dazu führte, dass die Früchte braun wurden.
Farmers often use specific pesticides to control rust mite populations.
Landwirte verwenden oft spezielle Pestizide, um Rostmilbenpopulationen zu kontrollieren.