Clover mites are tiny, reddish arachnids that feed on grass and clover. In spring and fall they migrate in large numbers up sunny exterior walls and slip in around windows, often appearing as moving red specks on sills and walls.
They don’t bite or damage anything, but they leave a red stain when crushed and their numbers are unnerving. They’re strongly associated with well-fertilized lawns growing right up to the foundation.
How to identify
- Extremely small, reddish-brown, with long front legs
- Appear as tiny moving red dots
- Concentrate on sunny south/west walls
Signs of an infestation
- Red specks on windowsills, walls, and curtains
- Red stains where they’re crushed
- Mass appearances in spring and fall
Risks & concerns
- Harmless — no bites or damage
- Leave red stains; nuisance in numbers
- Large populations outside tend to end up inside
How we treat clover mites
We treat the exterior perimeter and entry points and recommend a plant-free buffer strip between the lawn and foundation to disrupt their migration path.
Frequently asked questions
Treat the exterior perimeter where they migrate up sunny walls, and create a plant-free buffer strip (gravel or mulch) between the lawn and foundation — clover mites feed on grass, so removing vegetation right against the house disrupts their path indoors.
No — they don’t bite or damage anything, but crushing them leaves a reddish stain, so vacuuming rather than squashing is best if they get inside.
Clover Mites control
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