Valenzuela nadleri
(Mockford, 1966)
Valenzuela nadleri is a of lizard in the Caeciliusidae, described by Mockford in 1966. It is to North America, with confirmed records from the United States. Like other members of the Valenzuela, it is a small, winged barklouse that inhabits bark and lichen microhabitats. The specific epithet honors nematologist Steve Nadler, professor and chair of the UC Davis Department of and Nematology.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Valenzuela nadleri: /ˌvælɛnˈzwɛlə ˈnædləri/
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Habitat
Bark and lichen surfaces, consistent with microhabitats occupied by other Caeciliusidae .
Distribution
North America; confirmed present in the United States.
Human Relevance
The epithet honors Steve Nadler, a nematologist and professor at UC Davis, recognizing his contributions to and nematology.
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Etymology
Named after Steve Nadler, professor and chair of the UC Davis Department of and Nematology.