FAUNA 55 - CRICONEMATINA

Discover the essential guide to Criconematina nematodes with FAUNA 55. This comprehensive resource dives into the fascinating world of unsegmented roundworms, part of the Tylenchida group, known for their impact on agricultural crops. These microscopic nematodes, often transparent, are notorious for feeding on tree roots, particularly in commercial orchards where they can cause significant damage when infested plant material is replanted in contaminated soil. FAUNA 55 serves as a critical reference for understanding the 68 species of criconematids identified in New Zealand, with 47 being endemic. Including detailed descriptions and illustrations of each species, along with morphometric information, this paperback edition is perfect for researchers, agronomists, and botanists alike. You'll find insights into the damaging effects of Criconematina in monocultures, along with diagnostic keys to distinguish each species. Access crucial data on nematodes and their association with various plant species, which is vital for effective nematode management in agriculture. Enhance your knowledge of plant-parasitic nematodes and their ecological roles with FAUNA 55 - a must-have for anyone involved in sustainable agricultural practices and plant health management.

Author: W M Wouts Publisher: Manaaki Whenua Press
Bind: paperback

Pages: 232
Publication Date: 04-03-2014

Criconematina nematodes



Criconematina are nematodes, or unsegmented roundworms, belonging to the group Tylenchida. Tylenchids are plant parasitic nematodes with a hardened mouth piece which they use to puncture plant cells, and many tylenchids cause damage to agricultural crops. This is especially true in monocultures where their population numbers can build up to high levels when favoured crops are replanted in quick succession.



Criconematina are microscopic and transparent nematodes, generally feeding on tree roots. Their damage is restricted to commercial orchards planted with infested plant material or replanted in infested soil. In their native habitat they generally cause no damage.



There are 68 species of criconematids known to be present in New Zealand, and 47 of these are endemic. This fauna covers all 68 species, 16 of which are new to science, and includes detailed descriptions for the female of each species, including morphometrics and illustrations, supplemented by SEM micrographs of morphological details. Details of males and juveniles are given if available.



A diagnosis is presented to distinguish each species from other New Zealand species. Locations and plant species associations of each species are indicated and the significance of each species as a taxonomic unit is commented upon. Lists of nematode species present at various localities and associated with individual plant species are given in appendices, and keys to all taxa covered are provided.