Texas Citrus Mite
[Eutetranychus banksi (McG.), family Tetranychidae] is another major pest. Its main damage is to leaves, but fruits may be infested as well. Heavy infestation is indicated by a graying of the leaves which lead to defoliation. Populations increase in warm, dry weather. Adults are 1/70 inch long (0.36 mm), yellow to dark green in color, with dark blotches on the back down each side. Greater numbers are found on the south side and top of the trees. Eggs are disc-shaped and are usually laid on either side of the midrib and branching veins.
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