Exploring the murky waters: The systematics of Testudacarus (Acari: Torrenticolidae)

Monday, November 17, 2014: 8:48 AM
Portland Ballroom 256 (Oregon Convention Center)
Joseph O'Neill , Department of Entomology, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, AR
Ashley Dowling , Entomology, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, AR
Andrea Radwell , Department of Biological Sciences, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, AR
Testudacarus Walter, 1928 (Acari: Torrenticolidae) is a small genus of torrent inhabiting water mites comprised of seven species and three subspecies. The history of the genus and the current work being done to revise the genus will be presented.