Megisthanidae
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1Megisthanidae is a of mites in the order Mesostigmata, comprising 26 recognized . Members of this family include the largest known mesostigmatid mites. The family is classified within the superfamily Megisthanoidea and the infraorder Antennophorina. At least one , Megisthanus, is definitively placed within this family.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Megisthanidae: /mɛˌɡɪsˈθænɪˌdeɪ/
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Identification
Megisthanidae can be distinguished from other mesostigmatid by their exceptionally large body size relative to other members of the order. Diagnostic morphological features include characteristics of the gnathosoma and leg structure typical of the superfamily Megisthanoidea. Detailed identification requires examination of specific setal patterns and of the idiosoma.
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Taxonomic status
The Megisthanidae is accepted and classified within the superfamily Megisthanoidea, infraorder Antennophorina, and suborder Trigynaspida. The superfamily Megisthanoidea is considered , containing only Megisthanidae.
Species diversity
The contains 26 currently recognized , though the full generic composition beyond Megisthanus remains incompletely documented in available sources.