Acarologia (2022) 62, 865-878

Ismail Döker, Vladimir A. Khaustov and Omid Joharchi (2022)
First report of plant inhabiting predatory mites (Acari: Phytoseiidae) in Maldives
Acarologia 62 (4), 865-878
Abstract: Although phytoseiid mites are one of the most promising candidates to be used in biological control of mites and insects, nothing is known regarding the native fauna in Maldives. This study reports on six species belongs to four genera for the first time in Maafushi Island, Maldives. Among the species reported, Typhlodromus (Anthoseius) philippinensis and Phytoseius meyerae are re-described and illustrated in detail. In addition, measurements and other diagnostic characters for Amblyseius adhatodae, A. largoensis, Neoseiulus houstoni and T. (A.) neobakeri are provided. Furthermore, the diagnosis of six species improved through including additional morphological characters and new illustrations.
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Database assignments for author(s): Ismail Döker

Research topic(s) for pests/diseases/weeds:
biocontrol - natural enemies
Research topic(s) for beneficials or antagonists:
surveys/distribution/isolation

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Pest and/or beneficial records:

Beneficial	Pest/Disease/Weed	Crop/Product	Country	Quarant.
Amblyseius largoensis (predator)			Maldives