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

Abstract

The mite fauna of the genus Zercon (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

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