Nematoda

Entomopathogenic Nematodes (Nematoda: Rhabditida: families Steinernematidae and Heterorhabditidae)

Nastaran Tofangsazi, Steven P. Arthurs, and Robin M. Giblin-Davis

Awl Nematodes, Dolichodorus spp. Cobb, 1914 (Nematoda: Secernentea: Tylenchida: Tylenchina: Dolichodoridae: Dolichodorinae)

W. T. Crow and A. S. Brammer

The Featured Creatures collection provides in-depth profiles of insects, nematodes, arachnids and other organisms relevant to Florida. These profiles are intended for the use of interested laypersons with some knowledge of biology as well as academic audiences.

Red Ring Nematode, Bursaphelenchus cocophilus (Cobb) Baujard (Nematoda: Secernentea: Tylenchida: Aphelenchina: Aphelenchoidea: Bursaphelechina) formerly Rhadinaphelenchus cocophilus

A. S. Brammer and W. T. Crow

The Featured Creatures collection provides in-depth profiles of insects, nematodes, arachnids and other organisms relevant to Florida. These profiles are intended for the use of interested laypersons with some knowledge of biology as well as academic audiences.

Dagger Nematode Xiphinema spp. (Cobb, 1913) Inglis, 1983 (Nematoda: Enoplea: Dorylaimia: Dorylaimina: Xiphinematinae)

William K. Heve, William T. Crow, and Tesfamarian Mengistu

The Featured Creatures collection provides in-depth profiles of insects, nematodes, arachnids and other organisms relevant to Florida. These profiles are intended for the use of interested laypersons with some knowledge of biology as well as academic audiences.

Lance Nematode, Hoplolaimus galeatus (Cobb, 1913) Thorne, 1935 (Nematoda: Secernentea: Tylenchida: Tylenchoidea: Hoplolaimidae)

William T. Crow and Angela S. Brammer

The Featured Creatures collection provides in-depth profiles of insects, nematodes, arachnids and other organisms relevant to Florida. These profiles are intended for the use of interested laypersons with some knowledge of biology as well as academic audiences.

Stubby-Root Nematode, Nanidorus minor (Colbran) Siddiqi (syn. Paratrichodorus minor, P. christiei, Trichodorus minor, T. christiei) (Nematoda: Adenophorea: Triplonchida: Diphtherophorina: Trichodoridea: Trichodoridae)

W. T. Crow

Stubby-Root Nematode, Trichodorus obtusus Cobb (syn T. proximus) (Nematoda: Adenophorea: Triplonchida: Diphtherophorina: Trichodoridea: Trichodoridae)

W. T. Crow

The Featured Creatures collection provides in-depth profiles of insects, nematodes, arachnids and other organisms relevant to Florida. These profiles are intended for the use of interested laypersons with some knowledge of biology as well as academic audiences.

Belonolaimus longicaudatus Rau (Nematoda: Secernentea: Tylenchida: Tylenchina: Belonolaimidae: Belonolaiminae)

W. T. Crow

The Featured Creatures collection provides in-depth profiles of insects, nematodes, arachnids and other organisms relevant to Florida. These profiles are intended for the use of interested laypersons with some knowledge of biology as well as academic audiences.

Citrus Nematode, Tylenchulus semipenetrans (Cobb 1913) (Nematoda: Secernentea: Tylenchida: Tylenchulidae: Tylenchulinae)

Nicholas S. Sekora and William Crow

This document provides a comprehensive overview of the citrus nematode Tylenchulus semipenetrans (Cobb 1913), including its discovery, distribution, physical characteristics, life cycle, host range, symptoms of infestation, economic impact, and management strategies. The nematode is a significant pest in citrus-growing regions worldwide, causing slow decline in citrus trees. Effective management practices, such as the use of resistant rootstocks and certified propagative plants, are crucial for mitigating the damage caused by this nematode and improving citrus production. Original publication date July 2012.

Mole Cricket Nematode, Steinernema scapterisci Nguyen & Smart (Nematoda: Rhabditida: Steinernematidae)

K. B. Nguyen

The Featured Creatures collection provides in-depth profiles of insects, nematodes, arachnids and other organisms relevant to Florida. These profiles are intended for the use of interested laypersons with some knowledge of biology as well as academic audiences.

Soybean Cyst Nematode, Heterodera glycines (Ichinohe, 1952) (Chromadorea: Rhabdita: Heteroderidae)

Holly Andres and Zane J. Grabau

The nematode Heterodera glycines, known as soybean cyst nematode (SCN), is the most economically damaging pest of soybean crops in the United States and around the world. Members of the Heteroderidae family belong in the order Tylenchida; most are plant parasitic while some are insect parasites. They are obligate parasites that attack different species of crops and weeds. Heteroderidae are divided into two groups: cyst and cystoid based on morphological alterations in their skin. The cyst group are unique in that the female skin changes, transforming into a hardened cyst that protects her eggs. Unlike many plant parasites, there may be little to no aboveground evidence of an infestation with H. glycines. They are extremely damaging to the agricultural economy and impossible to eradicate once established, but with proper management, it is possible to minimize H. glycines populations and maximize yield.

Sealworm Nematode Pseudoterranova decipiens (Krabbe, 1878) Gibson, 1983 (Nematoda: Rhabditida: Anisakidae)

Chad L. Cross and Peter DiGennaro

The Featured Creatures collection provides in-depth profiles of insects, nematodes, arachnids and other organisms relevant to Florida. These profiles are intended for the use of interested laypersons with some knowledge of biology as well as academic audiences.

Rice Root-Knot Nematode Meloidogyne graminicola (Nematoda: Chromadorea: Tylenchida: Meloidogynidae: Meloidogyne)

Hung X. Bui, Clemen J. Oliveira, Johan A. Desaeger, and Nathan E. Schroeder

The Featured Creatures collection provides in-depth profiles of insects, nematodes, arachnids and other organisms relevant to Florida. These profiles are intended for the use of interested laypersons with some knowledge of biology as well as academic audiences.

Reniform Nematode, Rotylenchulus reniformis Linford and Oliveira (Nematoda: Tylenchida: Tylenchoidea: Hoplolaimidae: Rotylenchulinae)

Koon-Hui Wang

The Featured Creatures collection provides in-depth profiles of insects, nematodes, arachnids and other organisms relevant to Florida. These profiles are intended for the use of interested laypersons with some knowledge of biology as well as academic audiences.

Fish Nematode Huffmanela spp. (Enoplea: Trichinellida: Trichosomoididae)

Fauve Wilson and Jennifer L. Gillett-Kaufman

The Featured Creatures collection provides in-depth profiles of insects, nematodes, arachnids and other organisms relevant to Florida. These profiles are intended for the use of interested laypersons with some knowledge of biology as well as academic audiences.

Pacific Shoot-Gall Nematode Anguina pacificae (Cid Del Prado Vera and Maggenti, 1984) (Nematoda: Rhabditida: Anguinidae)

Christian Kammerer and William T. Crow

The Featured Creatures collection provides in-depth profiles of insects, nematodes, arachnids and other organisms relevant to Florida. These profiles are intended for the use of interested laypersons with some knowledge of biology as well as academic audiences.

Pork Worm Trichinella spiralis (Paget, 1835) (Nematoda: Enoplea: Trichocephalida: Trichinellidae)

Daniel J. Freed and Peter DiGennaro

A UF/IFAS numbered publication.

Texas Root-Knot Nematode Meloidogyne haplanaria Eisenback et al. 2003 (Nematoda: Chromadorea: Chromadoria: Rhabditida: Rhabditina: Tylenchomorpha: Meloidogynidae)

Alemayehu Habteweld and William T. Crow

A UF/IFAS numbered peer reviewed Organism ID. Published by Integrated Pest Management

Ring Nematode Mesocriconema xenoplax Raski, 1952 and Mesocriconema ornatum Raski, 1958 (Nematoda: Rhabditida: Tylenchina: Criconematidae)

Hannah Talton and William T. Crow

The Featured Creatures collection provides in-depth profiles of insects, nematodes, arachnids and other organisms relevant to Florida. These profiles are intended for the use of interested laypersons with some knowledge of biology as well as academic audiences.

Rat Lungworm Angiostrongylus cantonensis (Chen, 1935) (Nematoda: Strongylida: Metastrongylida)

John L. Capinera and Heather S. Walden

A UF/IFAS numbered Organism ID. in support of UF/IFAS Extension program: Integrated Pest Management

Guava Root-Knot Nematode or Pacara Earpod Root-Knot Nematode Meloidogyne enterolobii (Yang and Eisenback, 1983) (Nematoda: Chromadorea: Rhabditida: Tylenchina: Tylenchomorpha: Tylenchoidea: Meloidogynidae)

Chang Liu, Zane. J. Grabau, and Johan Desaeger

The Featured Creatures collection provides in-depth profiles of insects, nematodes, arachnids and other organisms relevant to Florida. These profiles are intended for the use of interested laypersons with some knowledge of biology as well as academic audiences.

Foliar Nematode Aphelenchoides spp. (Nematoda: Rhabditida: Aphelenchoididae)

Lindsay Wheeler and William T. Crow

The Featured Creatures collection provides in-depth profiles of insects, nematodes, arachnids and other organisms relevant to Florida. These profiles are intended for the use of interested laypersons with some knowledge of biology as well as academic audiences.

Soil-Inhabiting Nematodes, Phylum Nematoda

R. McSorley

This document provides an overview of soil-inhabiting nematodes, highlighting their diverse habitats, classification, and feeding habits. Nematodes are microscopic roundworms found in various environments, including soil, where they play crucial roles in decomposition and nutrient cycling. The article discusses different types of nematodes, such as herbivores, bacterivores, fungivores, predators, and omnivores, and their ecological significance. It also emphasizes the importance of nematodes as bioindicators of soil health and their potential impact on agriculture. The document is part of the Entomology and Nematology Department series.