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Red velvet mite (Trombidiformes; Erythraeidae, Rainbowia sp.) We have many species of red velvet mites but I had never seen this type with a green body. <br /> About 5mm body length. Still searching for species. Australia,Erythraeidae,Geotagged,Spring Click/tap to enlarge Promoted

Red velvet mite (Trombidiformes; Erythraeidae, Rainbowia sp.)

We have many species of red velvet mites but I had never seen this type with a green body.
About 5mm body length. Still searching for species.

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  1. View RMFelix's profile
    RMFelix
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    Exquisite! Nice! Posted 8 years ago
  2. View Ruth Spigelman's profile
    Ruth Spigelman
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    That's a unique looking one for sure Mark. Great find! Posted 6 years ago
  3. View Paul Dirksen's profile
    Paul Dirksen
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    Great shot Mark. Posted 5 years ago

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By Mark Ridgway

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Uploaded Oct 29, 2016. Captured Oct 27, 2016 09:43 in 7 Victoria Ridge, Upper Ferntree Gully VIC 3156, Australia.
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  • EX-Z2000
  • f/3.4
  • 1/60s
  • ISO64
  • 8.46mm