Abrolophinae
Witte, 1995
Genus Guides
1Abrolophinae is a of mites in the Erythraeidae, order Trombidiformes. These mites belong to the diverse group of prostigmatic mites, which includes many predatory and parasitic . The subfamily was established by Witte in 1995 and is characterized by specific morphological features distinguishing it from other erythraeid subfamilies. Members of this group are relatively poorly studied compared to some other mite .
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Abrolophinae: /ˌæbrɵˈlɒfɪniː/
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Identification
Abrolophinae can be distinguished from other Erythraeidae by specific chaetotaxy (setal arrangement) patterns and leg segmentation characteristics. The subfamily is defined by particular combinations of and setal counts, as well as specific modifications to the palps and legs that differ from the nominate subfamily Erythraeinae and other related groups.
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Similar Taxa
- ErythraeinaeSister within Erythraeidae; distinguished by different setal formulas and leg chaetotaxy patterns
- LeptinaeAnother erythraeid ; differs in body proportions and specific palpal and leg setation