September 5, 2025Journal of NematologyOpen Access

Description of a New Cryptic Rhabditid, Parasitorhabditis paraterebrana n. sp. (Nematoda: Rhabditidae), with Remarks on Two Known Species from Korea

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Parasitorhabditis paraterebrana n. sp. exhibits unique morphological features, including a distinctive cupola-shaped female tail.
DNA analysis revealed strong phylogenetic relationships with P. terebrana and P. obtusa, highlighting its cryptic nature.
Morphometric and genetic methods effectively differentiated this new species from its morphologically similar counterparts.
Findings reveal the ecological implications of cryptic species in biodiversity and highlight the need for detailed species descriptions.

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New species parasitorhabditis paraterebrana shows distinct genetic and morphological traits, indicating ecological significance.

Mwamula et al. (2025) studied this question.

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