Merlinius brevidens
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Merlinius brevidens (Allen, 1955)
This nematode is widespread and an ectoparasite of root hairs. It attacks cereals and other crops. The species of the genus Merlinius have been previously placed under the genus Tylenchorhynchus, the stunt nematodes. Depending on the author, there are different opinions on the higher classification of these 2 genera. Sometimes, they are even assigned to there own families (Merliniidae and Tylenchorhynchidae) or subfamilies.
Synonyms:
Tylenchorhynchus brevidens
Geocenamus brevidens
