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Dermatophagoides  farinae

Size:
Males 310µm, females 390µm, ( 1µ = 1 millionth of meter )
Weight: 3,4µg (= 3,4 millionth of gram)
Ages: 100 -120 Days
Increase: 30 - 60 eggs per female
Occurrences: Mattresses, pillows, curtains, upholsteries, floors

 

Dermatophagides pteronyssinus

Size:
Males 250µm, females 350µm, ( 1µ =  1 millionth of meter )
Weight: 3,1µg (= 3,1 millionth of gram )
Ages: 60  - 120 Days
Increase: about 100 eggs per female
Occurrences: Mattresses, pillows, carpets, upholsteries, dogs, cats, bird nests