Q547
This genus has enlarged phasmids but situated not opposite to each other
A.
Scutellonema
AnswerB.
Rotylenchus
C.
Hoplolaimus
D.
Helicotylenchus
Answer: Option A
Solution
Answer: Option A
Solution:
Scutellonema genus has enlarged phasmids but is situated not opposite to each other.Scutellonema is a genus of nematodes belonging to the family Hoplolaimidae. Nematodes of the genus Scutellonema are characterized by scutella (enlarged phasmids) in the lateral fields.
The scutella are opposed (at the same location on either side of the body) and are located close to the level near the anus.