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Yes, the Bdellidae are important mite predators. One species has been used in Tasmania for control of the "Lucerne Flea" - a destructive collembollan. Your photo shows the silk threads with which these mites tie down their prey before feeding.
An astonishing photo, reminiscent of some of the early screenshots from "Half-life" - (you may need to ask a gaming geek for an explanation - show them the image, and they'll know what I mean!) ;)