Distortion of the spermathecae of phytoseiid mites (Acari: Phytoseiidae) in slide preparation |
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Authors: | Jolly R L Solomon M G Fitzgerald J D |
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Institution: | (1) Horticulture Research International, East Malling, West Malling, Kent, ME19 6BJ, UK |
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Abstract: | The shape and dimensions of the spermathecae are taxonomically important characteristics in phytoseiid mites. In experiments with Neoseiulus californicus (McGregor) and Typhlodromus pyri Scheuten, the shape of the cervix of the spermatheca changed considerably and its diameter was increased by 42–49% when mites were flattened, compared to being mounted with 140m spacers underneath the coverslips. Dimensions of the dorsal shield were also affected by flattening, increasing by 3–5%. |
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Keywords: | Neoseiulus californicus Typhlodromus pyri taxonomy spermatheca slide preparation |
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