Longidorus

Longidorus is a genus of needle nematodes. Some of its species are plant pests.[1][2][3]

Longidorus
The image consists of multiple microscope images of the nematodes.
Longidurus pisi - A is a female and B is a male. The image also shows reproductive parts etc.
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Longidorus
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They may also transmit important plant viruses[4] such as the potato virus U or the cacao necrosis virus.

Species are known to infest narcissus, alfalfa, beet, caneberries, lettuce, grape and citruses

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