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Tyroglyphus

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Tyroglyphus
a genus of mites in the family Acaridae. Parasites of grain and other vegetable matter and only parasitize animals accidentally. They cause itching and occasionally a mild dermatitis. The infestation is usually self-limiting.

Tyroglyphus farinae (syn. Acarus farinae)
lives in cheeses and grain.
Tyroglyphus siro (syn. Acarus siro)
the cheese mite; also infests grain and may cause diarrhea.


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