Varadarajan, M.K., & David, P.M.M. 2002 Population dynamics of the coconut mite Aceria guerreronis Keifer (Acari: Eriophyidae) and associated arthropods in Tamil Nadu, India.. Insect Science and its Application 22(1): 47-59.

Notes: The population dynamics of the coconut mite, Aceria guerreronis Keifer (Acari: Eriophyidae) infesting the coconut fruits was studied during September 1999-May 2000 in Tamil Nadu, India where the mite is a new pest. Mite population declined by 62.6% when the tepal area decreased by 24.3% due to mealybug (Pseudococcus cocotis Mask.) infestation which caused the tepals to deform. The predatory mites Amblyseius sp. and mealybugs were most abundant on the innter tepals.