''Contortylenchus'' is a genus of
nematodes
The nematodes ( or ; ; ), roundworms or eelworms constitute the phylum Nematoda. Species in the phylum inhabit a broad range of environments. Most species are free-living, feeding on microorganisms, but many are parasitic. Parasitic worms (he ...
belonging to the family
Allantonematidae
Allantonematidae is a family of insect-parasitic nematodes from the order Tylenchida. Allantonematid nematodes infect a variety of insects including beetles, butterflies, flies, thrips, ants, and more. For instance, the nematode '' Howardula aor ...
.
The species of this genus are found in Japan and Australia.
Species:
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Contortylenchus acuminati''
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Contortylenchus amitini''
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Contortylenchus cribicolli''
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Contortylenchus cryphali''
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Contortylenchus cunicularii''
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Contortylenchus laricis''
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Contortylenchus proximus''
References
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Tylenchida
Secernentea genera