These tiny little insects are springtails, or Collembola, and they’re usually found in areas with high moisture and decomposing organic debris, such as soil, leaf litter, and decaying vegetable matter. They can also be found in compost piles, mulch, beneath logs and rocks, and under potted plants.

How do I get rid of mites in my worm farm?

Sprinkle some food grade diatomaceous earth onto the surface of your vermicompost. This organic material, made from the fossilized remains of small aquatic organisms, will kill off mites without affecting your worms’ health.

What is a white mite?

White Mites are a species of spider mite and are tiny clear bugs known to infest outdoor garden plants and house plants but can also infest areas of the home. White mites are also used to describe Wood Mites, a type of mite known to frequent damp wood.

What are worm mites?

The red mite is parasitic on earthworms. It can attach itself to the worm and suck its blood or body fluid. Red mites are also capable of piercing and sucking fluids from egg capsules. These mites first appear as small white or gray clusters, resembling mold.

Are mites harmful to red wigglers?

The red mite is parasitic on earthworms, but any type of mite in large quantity is detrimental: your worms will stop coming to the surface to feed if there are too many. In general, you want to make sure your bin is not too acidic and wet, which is what mites like.

What are the little white bugs that look like cotton?

Woolly aphids are small, pear-shape insects that can look like tiny, fluffy cotton balls because they are covered with white waxy strands. This waxy covering serves as a deterrent for predator insects. The aphids will often be in clusters and are relatively easy to see once you look for them.

How do I get rid of white bugs?

A simple solution made from liquid dish soap and water will kill adult whiteflies without harming plants. Add 1 tablespoon of liquid dish soap to 1 gallon of water and mix well. Pour the solution into a plastic spray bottle and spray it on all infested plants, saturating the leaves’ upper and undersides and the stems.