Clover Mites
Clover mite
Photo courtesy of Oklahoma State University
Clover mites are small eight-legged, spider-like insects. Their have reddish-brown bodies and long front legs that extend forward.
Damage
Both immature mites and adult clover mites do damage. Mites damage turf grass by piercing turf blades and sucking plant juices. Injured grass appears silvered or yellowed in color and is often located near house foundations or other verticle surfaces with warm south or west exposures. Injury occurs in the spring, sometimes also in the fall. They prefer Kentucky bluegrass, bent grass and fine fescues.