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Holm Oak Felt Gall Mite
Aceria ilicis
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Arthropoda ›Class: Arachnida ›Order: Sarcoptiformes ›Family: Eriophyidae ›Genus: Aceria
About
Aceria ilicis is a species of mite that causes growths, known as galls, on the leaves of holm oak (Quercus ilex). It was first described by the Italian naturalist and biologist, Giovanni Canestrini in 1890. It is found in Europe and Turkey.
Frequently Asked Questions
- The scientific name of Holm Oak Felt Gall Mite is Aceria ilicis.
- Holm Oak Felt Gall Mite belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
- Holm Oak Felt Gall Mite belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
- Holm Oak Felt Gall Mite belongs to the class Arachnida.
- Holm Oak Felt Gall Mite belongs to the order Sarcoptiformes.
- Holm Oak Felt Gall Mite belongs to the family Eriophyidae.
- Holm Oak Felt Gall Mite belongs to the genus Aceria.