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Oribatid from mussel bed

Oribatid from mussel bed
Strawberry Hill, Lane County, Oregon, USA
April 9, 2012
Size: 0.7mm
found in rocky intertidal zone in a mussel bed.

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Moved
Moved from Oribatids.

Ameronothridae
Hi Bill:

Yes, you got it right, Ameronothridae. The wrinkly dorsum and littoral marine habitat provide the needed clues. Most likely it is in the genus Ameronothrus but it would be best to get a confirmation from an oribatid person.

Cheers,
Heather

 
Thanks!
Really appreciate your ID help, Heather!

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