new species of Rhynonirmus (Mallophaga: Philopteridae) from the noble snipe (Capella nobilis)

The new species, Rhynonirmus carrikeri, is described and illustrated from specimens taken off Capella nobilis (Sclater) (Charadriiformes: Scolopacidae) from Colombia. A key to the species of Rhynonirmus and a host list are provided.

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Bibliographic Details
Published in:Journal of the Kansas Entomological Society 1980-10, Vol.53 (4), p.811-814
Main Authors: Emerson, K.C, Price, R.D
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
animal health
animal parasites and pests
animal taxonomy
arthropod pests
arthropods
Entomology
Male genitalia
New species
Paratypes
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Summary:The new species, Rhynonirmus carrikeri, is described and illustrated from specimens taken off Capella nobilis (Sclater) (Charadriiformes: Scolopacidae) from Colombia. A key to the species of Rhynonirmus and a host list are provided.
ISSN:0022-8567
1937-2353