Clover mites are tiny arachnids that feed on plants by sucking juices from grasses, clover, and other lawn plants. They are not blood feeders and do not bite humans or pets, nor do they spread disease or damage household items

. They primarily live on lawns and plants, and while they usually do not cause significant damage, large populations can cause brown spots on grass by killing it

. Clover mites can become a nuisance when they enter homes in large numbers, especially in spring and fall, crawling on walls, windows, and doors. Inside, they do not reproduce and soon die, but they can leave red stains if crushed, which come from their body pigments, not blood

. Clover mites reproduce by parthenogenesis (females lay eggs without fertilization), with each female capable of laying about 70 eggs. They go through four life stages: eggs, larvae, nymphs, and adults. Eggs overwinter in protected outdoor locations and hatch in spring when temperatures rise above about 45°F (7.2°C)

. In summary, clover mites feed on plant juices, can damage lawns in large numbers, and become indoor nuisances by invading buildings but do not pose health risks or cause structural damage