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skeletonweed gall mite

Aceria chondrillae

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Arthropoda ›Class: Arachnida ›Order: Sarcoptiformes ›Family: Eriophyidae ›Genus: Aceria

About

Aceria chondrillae (chondrilla gall mite, skeletonweed gall mite) is a gall-forming deuterogynous eriophyid mite. It is often used as a biological control of the noxious weed Chondrilla juncea (rush skeletonweed), a highly competitive herbaceous perennial composite found in Europe, Asia, Australia and North America.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of skeletonweed gall mite?
The scientific name of skeletonweed gall mite is Aceria chondrillae.
What kingdom does skeletonweed gall mite belong to?
skeletonweed gall mite belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does skeletonweed gall mite belong to?
skeletonweed gall mite belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
What class does skeletonweed gall mite belong to?
skeletonweed gall mite belongs to the class Arachnida.
What order does skeletonweed gall mite belong to?
skeletonweed gall mite belongs to the order Sarcoptiformes.
What family does skeletonweed gall mite belong to?
skeletonweed gall mite belongs to the family Eriophyidae.
What genus does skeletonweed gall mite belong to?
skeletonweed gall mite belongs to the genus Aceria.