Floracarus perrepae
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F. perrepae
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Floracarus perrepae Knihinicki & Boczek
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Floracarus perrepae is a species of herbivorous mite belonging to the family Eriophyidae, native to Queensland, Australia.[1] As it is known to attack and eat the invasive fern species Lygodium microphyllum, it is being considered for use as a biological pest control agent in Florida.[2]
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