Contributions to the Zerconidae (Acari: Mesostigmata) fauna of Dilek Peninsula-Büyük Menderes Delta National Park, Türkiye

Authors : Raşit URHAN, Mehmet KARACA

Pages : 21-33

Doi:10.47121/acarolstud.1226687

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Publication Date : 2023-01-30

Article Type : Research Paper

Abstract :The mite fauna of the genus Zercon insert ignore into journalissuearticles values(Acari: Zerconidae); of Dilek Peninsula-Büyük Menderes Delta National Park, in western Türkiye was investigated and nine species were reported herein. Among them, Z. dilekensis sp. nov. , was described and illustrated as a new species for science. A key to Zercon species found in the study area was provided. Additionally, the altitude and habitat preferences of the specimens were also given.
Keywords : Soil mite, new species, altitude, habitat, preference, key, Kuşadası, Aydın