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Experimental & applied acarology2022; 86(4); 517-534; doi: 10.1007/s10493-022-00710-1

Mesostigmata diversity by manure type: a reference study and new datasets from southwestern Iran.

Abstract: Manure-inhabiting Mesostigmata mites are important biological control agents of pest flies. However, the biodiversity of this mite community is mainly known from Europe and America, and especially from cattle manure. This study examined the diversity and abundance of Mesostigmata mites associated with various types of manure in an (intensive) agricultural region of the Middle East, i.e., the city Ahvaz and its suburbs, in southwest Iran. Mite samples were extracted from manure of cattle, buffalo, sheep, horse, poultry and quail in 30 livestock and poultry farms. In total, 40 species belonging to 24 genera and 16 families were identified. The most diverse families were Laelapidae with eight species, Macrochelidae with seven and Parasitidae with six. Macrocheles muscaedomesticae and Uroobovella marginata were the most widespread species, recorded in 28 and 27 out of 30 collection sites, respectively. Two species, M. sumbaensis and U. marginata, were found in all studied manures. Simpson's diversity index recorded the highest diversity in buffalo and sheep manure. Real and theoretical species richness (rarefaction curves) were congruent in number of individuals. The presence of seven species of Macrochelidae in the manure confirms that these are important predators of the house fly for the region of Ahvaz and its suburbs. Members of the Parasitidae were highly prevalent, with one species known as a specialized predator of house fly eggs. This work aims to encourage further studies on the diversity of Mesostigmata in these agricultural settings, and further continue assessing the feasibility of these mites as effective biocontrol agents of filth flies in different types of manure and from different corners of the world.
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The research investigates the diversity and abundance of manure-dwelling mites called Mesostigmata in southwestern Iran, particularly in various types of manure found in the city of Ahvaz and its suburbs, and identifies these mites as significant biological agents for pest control.

Objective of the Research

  • The primary aim of the study is to explore the diversity and distribution of Mesostigmata mites in diverse types of manure in hog and poultry farms in the agricultural region of southwestern Iran, specifically around the city of Ahvaz and its adjoining regions. The comprehensive information available about these mites’ biodiversity mainly draws from American and European studies, particularly those focused on cattle manure.

Methodology and Findings

  • Mite samples were collected from the manure of cattle, sheep, buffalo, horse, poultry, and quail collected from 30 livestock and poultry farms.
  • After the analysis, the researchers identified 40 species of mites that belonged to 24 genera and 16 families, demonstrating diverse mite types.
  • The families with the most abundant species were Laelapidae, with eight species, Macrochelidae with seven species, and Parasitidae with six species.
  • The study discovered that Macrocheles muscaedomesticae and Uroobovella marginata were the most prevalent species, found in 28 and 27 out of 30 collection sites, respectively.
  • A unique aspect was the discovery of two species, M. sumbaensis and U. marginata, that were found to inhabit all types of manure being studied.
  • The diversity of species was highest in buffalo and sheep manures, as per the Simpson’s diversity index.
  • The rarefaction curves showed consistency between the actual and theoretical species richness based on the number of individuals.

Significance and Future Directions

  • The research indicated that the presence of seven Macrochelidae species implies they are critical predators of the house fly in the Ahvaz region and its suburbs.
  • The Parasitidae family was very prevalent, with one species noted as a specialized predator of house fly eggs.
  • The goal of this work is to incentivize further research on the diversity of Mesostigmata in such agricultural settings and to assess the feasibility of utilizing these mites as effective biocontrol agents against filth flies in various manure types globally.

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Farahi S, Shishehbor P, Nemati A, Perotti MA. (2022). Mesostigmata diversity by manure type: a reference study and new datasets from southwestern Iran. Exp Appl Acarol, 86(4), 517-534. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10493-022-00710-1

Publication

Experimental & applied acarology
ISSN: 1572-9702
NlmUniqueID: 8507436
Country: Netherlands
Language: English
Volume: 86
Issue: 4
Pages: 517-534

Researcher Affiliations

Farahi, Sara
  • Department of Plant Protection, Faculty of Agriculture, Shahid Chamran University of Ahvaz, Ahvaz, Iran. sara.farahi@gmail.com.
Shishehbor, Parviz
  • Department of Plant Protection, Faculty of Agriculture, Shahid Chamran University of Ahvaz, Ahvaz, Iran.
Nemati, Alireza
  • Department of Plant Protection, Faculty of Agriculture, Shahrekord University, Shahrekord, Iran.
Perotti, M Alejandra
  • Ecology and Evolutionary Biology Section, School of Biological Sciences, University of Reading, Reading, UK. m.a.perotti@reading.ac.uk.

MeSH Terms

  • Animals
  • Cattle
  • Horses
  • Houseflies
  • Humans
  • Iran
  • Manure
  • Mites
  • Poultry
  • Sheep

Conflict of Interest Statement

The authors declare no conflicts of interest.

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