Household and Structural Pests

Multicolored Asian Lady Beetle, Harmonia axyridis Pallas (Insecta: Coleoptera: Coccinellidae)

Russell F. Mizell III

Household Casebearer, Phereoeca uterella (=dubitatrix) Walsingham (Insecta: Lepidoptera: Tineidae)

Juan A. Villanueva-Jimenez and Thomas R. Fasulo

The Featured Creatures collection provides in-depth profiles of insects, nematodes, arachnids and other organisms relevant to Florida. These profiles are intended for the use of interested laypersons with some knowledge of biology as well as academic audiences.

Caterpillar Pests of Tiki Huts and Other Thatched Structures

Stephen H. Brown and Lyle J. Buss

House Dust Mites, Dermatophagoides spp. (Arachnida: Acari: Pyroglyphididae)

H. A. Denmark and H. L. Cromroy

The Featured Creatures collection provides in-depth profiles of insects, nematodes, arachnids and other organisms relevant to Florida. These profiles are intended for the use of interested laypersons with some knowledge of biology as well as academic audiences. This document provides an in-depth profile of house dust mites, specifically Dermatophagoides farinae and Dermatophagoides pteronyssinus. It covers their distribution, physical description, life stages, biology, hosts, and economic importance. The article highlights the medical implications of house dust mites, particularly their role in causing allergies. It also discusses methods for detecting and managing mite populations, emphasizing the importance of reducing humidity and thorough cleaning. The document is part of the Featured Creatures collection, aimed at both laypersons with some biological knowledge and academic audiences. Original publication date October 1998.

Clothes Moths

R. J. Vazquez, P. G. Koehler, and R. M. Pereira

This document provides an overview of clothes moths, including the webbing clothes moth and the case-making clothes moth. It details their biology, life cycle, and the damage they cause to fabrics and natural fibers. The document emphasizes the importance of good housekeeping, proper storage, and various control methods such as cleaning, using airtight containers, and applying insecticides. It also highlights the use of pheromone traps for monitoring and the need for professional pest control in severe infestations. Publication date: January 1994.

Clover Mite Bryobia praetiosa Koch

Celina Gomez and Russell F. Mizell III

A UF/IFAS numbered publication. in support of UF/IFAS Extension program: Integrated Pest Management