Tyrophagus farinae
- Pronunciation
- /ty-ROH-fa-gus far-IN-ee/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Tyrophagus farinae
- Plural
- Tyrophagus farinae
Definition
A species of mite that belongs to the family *Acaridae*. It is a common pest of stored products, particularly grains and flour.
Etymology
From Greek 'Tyros', meaning 'cheese', and Latin 'farinae', referring to flour.
Example
Tyrophagus farinae infestations can cause visible discoloration and webbing in stored grains.
Related Terms
- Mites
- Stored products
- Pest
Usage Notes
Tyrophagus farinae is also known as the 'flour mite'.