Mesostigmata

Mesostigmata are a suborder of mites which are primarily characterized by their large stigmas, which preform numerous functions for the mites as both a function of the respiratory system and to capture and kill their prey. Mesostigmatic mites are the most prominent of all Acari, comprising up to 25% of the total mite population. Due to the large size of thier stigma and other mouthparts, they can often be mistaken for their relative the tick.

A fully grown male Mesostigmatic mite [1].

Taxonomy

Mesostigmata Taxonomy

	Domain	Kingdom	Phylum	Class	Order
Classification	Eukaroyta	Animalia	Arthropoda	Arachnida	Mesostigmata

Description

Mites

Life cycle of a mesostigmatic mite [2].

Impact on Other Organisms

mites

References

[1] “Mesostigmata (Monogynaspida) Introduction.” Mesostigmata (Monogynaspida) - Introduction, https://idtools.org/id/mites/invasive_mite/Invasive_Mite_Identification/key/Mesostigmata/Media/Html/100Introduction.htm.

[2] Life Cycle of D. Gallinae and Checkpoints for the Evaluation of Vaccine ... Research Gate, https://www.researchgate.net/figure/Life-cycle-of-D-gallinae-and-checkpoints-for-the-evaluation-of-vaccine-efficacy-The-SEM_fig1_335920316.