Description
The general criteria and observations are indicated directly on the photos.
Here is a comprehensive list of the main characteristics for Ditylenchus dipsaci:
- Length in mm: 1.0-1.3
- Head shape: « Offset » : narrower than adjoining body with lip region flattened
- Stylet length in µm: 10-12
- Nerve ring behind the muscular median bulb
- Excretory pore behind the nerve ring
- Length of the bursa : ¾ of tail length
- Number of lateral lines: 4
- Shape of tail: Conical and pointed
