How Bizarre Animals

The mites living on your face probably run in your family

Microscopic hitchhikers may help describe humans’ spread across the planet

face mites

FAMILIAR FEELING  Demodex folliculorum mites, which live on human skin, have probably evolved with their hosts over time.

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By Sarah Schwartz

- More than 2 years ago

For the tiny mites that live on our faces, choosing a landlord may be a family matter.