Have some unexplained red spots on your skin? They could be mite bites. We'll go over the most common types, how to identify them, and whether they require treatment.

Cicada season may be over, but another pest emerges right after. Here's how to prevent possible bites and rashes from oak ...

Types of Spider Mites. There are about 1,200 known types (species) of spider mites. They belong to the Tetranychidae family. It's hard to see them without a microscope.

Fleas and mites bite. Here’s everything you need to know about how to spot the pests, how to keep them out of your personal space, and what to do if they cause problems.

While dust mites won't hurt you, they can cause an allergic reaction in some people. Here we explore whether dust mite sprays ...

A new pest may emerge in Ohio as Brood XIV cicadas conclude their 17-year life cycle. Oak leaf itch mites can bite people, ...

Mange is a skin disease in dogs that can be caused by several different species of mites that burrow into the skin and cause severe itchiness and other problems. Mange can even cause lesions, scales, ...

The mites were first documented in 2004, with over 19,000 cases of rashes reported in Kansas alone, according to urban entomologist Steven Jacobs in an article for Penn State.