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Aceria macrotrichus

Mite Aceria macrotrichus

Description

This microscopic mite lives on the lower side of leaves and around the side veins. As a result of its activity veins are deformed in a snake-shaped way and get irregularly thicker. It also causes deformations and rolling of leaves. It is commonly found particularly on younger trees. It is of no economic importance. It can reduce the aesthetic value of the tree.

Symptom

Twisted leaves.

Tree Species: Hornbeam

Part of a plant- attacked: Leaf / Needle

Pest significance: Less harmful

Pest Category: Mites

Invasive Species: No

Present in EU: Yes

Last observations

There are a total of 4 observations of the species in the system

Aceria macrotrichusMite Aceria macrotrichus
Milan Zúbrik
Number of votes: 0
Published: 23.5.2025

Aceria macrotrichusMite Aceria macrotrichus
Milan Zúbrik
Number of votes: 0
Published: 14.5.2025

Aceria macrotrichusMite Aceria macrotrichus
milan
Number of votes: 0
Published: 29.4.2025

Aceria macrotrichusMite Aceria macrotrichus
Marián Slamka
Number of votes: 0
Published: 15.4.2024

Aceria macrotrichusMite Aceria macrotrichus
majo
Number of votes: 0
Published: 15.4.2024