spider mite
US /ˈspaɪ.dərˌmaɪt/
UK /ˈspaɪ.dərˌmaɪt/
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紅蜘蛛, 葉蟎
a tiny arachnid, typically red or green, that feeds on plants and can be a serious pest in agriculture and horticulture
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The farmer discovered a severe infestation of spider mites on his tomato plants.
農民發現他的番茄植株上嚴重感染了紅蜘蛛。
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Organic pesticides can be effective in controlling spider mites.
有機農藥可以有效控制紅蜘蛛。