rust mite
noun
: any of various small eriophyid mites that burrow in the surface of leaves or fruits usually producing brown or reddish patches
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One spray is normally enough to give good rust mite control for home citrus productions.
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Tom MacCubbin, orlandosentinel.com, 2 Oct. 2021
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“Rust mite.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rust%20mite. Accessed 18 Nov. 2024.
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