This phytoseiid mite has a record from Cotonou, Benin.
In the 21 female specimens from eight African countries examined in the 2001 study, the dorsal shield has a few lateral striae anterior to seta z4.
A record on 4 November 1989 documents collection on a Ficus plant at Cotonou, Benin.
In the 21 female specimens from eight African countries examined in the 2001 study, the spermathecal calyx is tubular and gradually broadens towards the atrium.
In the 21 female specimens from eight African countries examined in the 2001 study, the leg macrosetae are sharp-tipped.
An extinction-risk assessment has not been added yet.