mite
复数形式
mites
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螨虫, 小虫
a very small creature that lives on plants, animals, or in carpets
A mite is a tiny arthropod belonging to the subclass Acari. Mites are characterized by their small size, usually less than 1 mm in length, and their eight legs. They are found in a wide range of habitats, including soil, water, plants, and animals. Mites are incredibly diverse and can be herbivores, predators, parasites, or scavengers, depending on the species. Some mites are important in agricultural systems as beneficial predators that feed on pests, while others can be pests themselves, causing damage to crops or transmitting diseases.
- The farmer noticed that the mites were damaging the crops, causing the leaves to wilt.
农民注意到螨虫正在损害庄稼，导致叶子枯萎。
- A single mite can be difficult to see with the naked eye, but its presence can be detected by its effects.
一只螨虫可能很难用肉眼看到，但它的存在可以通过它的影响来检测。
- The veterinarian examined the dog for mites, which can cause irritation and hair loss.
兽医检查了狗的螨虫，这些螨虫会引起刺激和脱毛。
- After cleaning the carpets thoroughly, she noticed a significant reduction in the number of mites in the house.
彻底清洁地毯后，她注意到家中的螨虫数量显著减少。
- The farmer used a pesticide to control the infestation of mites that was threatening the harvest.
农民使用杀虫剂来控制威胁收成的螨虫侵扰。