Definition:
An acaricide is a product that will kill mites. The name acaricide comes from the fact that they belong to Subclass Acarina (which also include ticks), part of the Arachnida Class. The last part, -cide, indicates that killing is involved.
Examples of acaricides include:
- Bifenthrin
- Diatomaceous earth
- Fenbutatin
- Insecticidal soap
- Neem oil extract
Also Known As: Miticide
Alternate Spellings: Acaracide
