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Scabies Mite

Sarcoptes scabiei

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Arthropoda ›Class: Arachnida ›Order: Sarcoptiformes ›Family: Sarcoptidae ›Genus: Sarcoptes

About

Sarcoptes scabiei or the itch mite is a parasitic arthropod that burrows into skin and causes scabies. The mite is found in all parts of the world. Humans are not the only mammals that can become infected. Other mammals, such as wild and domesticated dogs and cats (in which it is one cause of mange) as well as ungulates, wild boars, bovids, wombats, koalas, and great apes are affected.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Scabies Mite?
The scientific name of Scabies Mite is Sarcoptes scabiei.
What kingdom does Scabies Mite belong to?
Scabies Mite belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Scabies Mite belong to?
Scabies Mite belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
What class does Scabies Mite belong to?
Scabies Mite belongs to the class Arachnida.
What order does Scabies Mite belong to?
Scabies Mite belongs to the order Sarcoptiformes.
What family does Scabies Mite belong to?
Scabies Mite belongs to the family Sarcoptidae.
What genus does Scabies Mite belong to?
Scabies Mite belongs to the genus Sarcoptes.