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Rickettsial disease covers a group of diseases caused by the microorganisms. Rickettsiae occupy a position between bacteria and viruses. Most rickettsial diseases are spread to humans by arthropods such as ticks, lice, mites and fleas.

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What kind of an eye do arthropods have?

Arthropods which possess 8 legs belong to sub phylum Arachnida . They include spiders , scorpions and mites .


Which arthropods have four antenna?

The crustaceans are arthropods with biramous (branching) appendages, including a larger and smaller pair of antennae, the smaller ones being referred to as antennules.


How many sections are arthropods divided into?

The three main classes of arthropods are: insects (cockroachs, ants, flies, bees, beetles, butterflies), crustaceans (crabs, lobsters, shrimps, barnacles) and arachnids (scorpions, spiders, mites). Other classes are onychophorans (velvet worms), diplopods (millipedes) and chilopods (centipedes).


Which organism would be classified as an arthropod?

Phylum Arthropoda is the most diverse and abundant phylum of animals, estimates range from 2 to 10 million species fall into Arthropada. All arthropods have an exoskeleton made of chitin (pronounced kite-en) which are strong fibers of long nitrogen-containing sugars. Additionally arthropods are the first animals to evolve jointed appendages, hence their name (arthro = jointed, poda = foot or appendage). Arthropods are coelomate, meaning they have an open circulatory system, but their organ systems are well developed. Examples of arthropods range from lobster, crabs, shrimps, and crayfish, to insects, arachnids (spiders, scorpions, mites, and ticks), millipedes, and centipedes.


Do all arthropods have legs?

Arthropods don't have backbones. The vertebral column or spine comprises individual bones (vertebrae) as part of an internal skeleton or endoskeleton. Arthropods by contrast have no bony internal skeleton, instead they rely on a chitinous external or exoskeleton, consequently they also evidence joint appendages and segmented body which characterize the phylum.

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What phylum are dust mites in?

Dust mites are arachnids, the class of arthropods which includes spiders, scorpions and ticks.


What are the most targeted pests by pesticides?

In US agriculture, weeds are the number one targeted pest, followed by insects. Arthropods (such as mites), diseases, and rodents are also important targets.


Do cat mites bite humans and cause any health issues?

Yes, cat mites can bite humans and may cause skin irritation, itching, and rashes. In some cases, they can also transmit diseases. It is important to seek medical attention if you suspect you have been bitten by cat mites.


Which pathogen is a small bacterium that lives in lice fleas ticks and mites?

Rickettsia is the bacterium that lives in lice, fleas, ticks, and mites. It causes diseases like Rocky Mountain spotted fever and typhus when transmitted to humans through the bites of infected arthropods.


Can you identify mites and their impact on plant health?

Mites are tiny arachnids that can harm plants by feeding on their sap, causing damage to leaves and reducing plant growth. They can also transmit diseases to plants. Monitoring and controlling mite populations is important for maintaining plant health.


What is the name of invertebrates having 8 legs?

Arthropods, spiders, mites, ticks, scorpions.


What eats varroa mites?

Predatory mites and pseudoscorpions are predators of varroa mites. The arachnids in question include respective members of the Chelifer genus of scorpion-like arthropods and of the Trombidiidae mite family. Red or velvet mites occupy the top positions in terms of Varroa destructor predators.


Are mites a vector transmitted disease?

No. Mites are parasitic arthropods. They are external parasites, meaning that they do not penetrate the body. They may cause an infestation, but not a disease (or an infection). However, they can be vectors of disease, such as typhus and rickettsialpox.


What is other name for arachnids?

Arachnids are arthropods that have eight legs and two body segments. This would include mites, ticks, and spiders.


Can you explain the key differences between a chigger and a mite in terms of their appearance, behavior, and potential impact on humans"?

Chiggers are the larval stage of mites and are smaller than adult mites. They are red or orange in color and typically found in grassy areas. Chiggers bite humans to feed on their skin cells, causing itching and irritation. Mites, on the other hand, are larger and can vary in color. They can also bite humans, but some species can transmit diseases. Overall, chiggers are more of a nuisance, while mites can pose a greater health risk.


What are 10 kinds of animals that live in freshwater?

Crayfish and shrimp (Arthropods), Dolphins (Cetaceans), Eels (Anguilliformes), Fish (Agnatha, Chrondrichthyes, and Osteichthyes), Fly larvae (Insects/Arthropods), Hydroids (Actiniaria), Snails (Mollusks), Water mites (Arachnids/Arthropods), Worms (Oligochaetes), Worms (Nemetodes).


What diseases are caused by mites worms and ricketsias?

Rocky Mountain spotted fever and typhus fever.