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Dust Mite Facts
Genus: Dermatophagoides; Mites are Arachnids
Species
• Dermatophagoides Farinae (DF) - found in North America
• Dermatophagoides pteronyssinus (DP) - found in Europe
• Euroglyphysmaynei (EM)
• Blomia Tropicalis - found in Central America
Size: About 250 to 300 microns (mm) in length
Adult Mite Lifespan: Up to 3 months; (3 larval stages)
Reproduction: Female mites lay about 25 to 50 eggs
Habitat: Mites live in carpet, fabric upholstery, and mattresses.
Diet: Human skin scale, animal dander and trace nutrients. Mites need
to absorb humidity, they cannot drink water.
Allergen: Dust mite fecal material.
Body Color: Translucent.
Average Threshold before Developing Allergies: 100 mites/gm of dust
Allergic Reactions: asthma, rhinitis
Living Conditions
Temp. Range: approx. 59°F to 95°F (15°C to 35°C)
Relative Humidity Range: approx. 55% to 85%