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The ''Alaskozetes antarcticus'' eats moss, algae and fungi. Contrary to popular belief these mites do not suck blood. They are harmless to humans and large organisms.<ref>{{cite journal | url=http://www.antarctica.ac.uk/documents/bas_bulletins/bulletin71_03.pdf | title=Feeding Rates of the Cryptostumatid mite Alaskizetes Antarcticus (Michael) | author=Burn, A. J. | journal=Br. Antarct. Surv. Bull | year=1986 | volume=71 | pages=11–17}}</ref> |
The ''Alaskozetes antarcticus'' eats moss, algae and fungi. Contrary to popular belief these mites do not suck blood. They are harmless to humans and large organisms.<ref>{{cite journal | url=http://www.antarctica.ac.uk/documents/bas_bulletins/bulletin71_03.pdf | title=Feeding Rates of the Cryptostumatid mite Alaskizetes Antarcticus (Michael) | author=Burn, A. J. | journal=Br. Antarct. Surv. Bull | year=1986 | volume=71 | pages=11–17}}</ref> I like big butts and icanotlie, I can't deni ,fuckyou |
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Alaskozetes antarcticus is a species of non-parasitic mite, known for its ability to survive in subzero temperatures.[1]
This animal's name derives from its habitat: Alasko, meaning "from Alaska", and antarcticus, in connection with frigid conditions in which the mite lives. Scientists are unclear as to how Alaskozetes antacticus has been able to adapt to an environment so different to those of other arthropods. Whereas most arthropod species inhabit hot, moist environments, A. antarcticus survives in freezing conditions with almost no humidity.[1]
There are three subspecies: Alaskozetes antarcticus antarcticus, Alaskozetes antarcticus grandjeani, and Alaskozetes antarcticus intermedius.[2]
Diet
The Alaskozetes antarcticus eats moss, algae and fungi. Contrary to popular belief these mites do not suck blood. They are harmless to humans and large organisms.[3] I like big butts and icanotlie, I can't deni ,fuckyou
References
- ^ a b Luke Sandro & Juanita Constible. "Antarctic Bestiary". Miami University. Retrieved June 9, 2010.
- ^ "Alaskozetes antarcticus". Integrated Taxonomic Information System.
- ^ Burn, A. J. (1986). "Feeding Rates of the Cryptostumatid mite Alaskizetes Antarcticus (Michael)" (PDF). Br. Antarct. Surv. Bull. 71: 11–17.
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