House mouse mite
- Pronunciation
- /HOUSE mouse MYT/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- House mouse mite
- Plural
- House mouse mites
Definition
A parasitic mite, Liponyssoides sanguineus (Mesostigmata, Dermanyssoidea, Dermanyssidae), that feeds on the blood of rodents and transmits rickettsialpox to humans.
Etymology
The name reflects its association with house mice.
Example
House mouse mites are often found in rodent burrows and nests.
Related Terms
- Rickettsialpox
- Rodents
- Mites