rust mite
US /ˈrʌst maɪt/
UK /ˈrʌst maɪt/
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roestmijt
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.
De citrusbomen waren zwaar besmet met roestmijten, waardoor het fruit bruin werd.
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Farmers often use specific pesticides to control rust mite populations.
Boeren gebruiken vaak specifieke pesticiden om roestmijtpopulaties te beheersen.