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Mesostigmata

2022-05-17T22:04:49Z

Johnsava:

Mesostigmata are a suborder of [[mites]] which are primarily characterized by their large stigmas, which preform numerous functions for the mites as both a function of the respiratory system and to capture and kill their prey. Mesostigmatic mites are the most prominent of all [[Acari]], comprising up to 25% of the total mite population. Due to the large size of thier stigma and other mouthparts, they can often be mistaken for their relative the tick.

[[File:Mesostigmatic mite.jpg|thumb|A fully grown male Mesostigmatic mite [1].]]

== Taxonomy ==

{| class="wikitable" style="text-align: center; width:80%;"
|+ Mesostigmata Taxonomy
|-
|
! scope="row" | Domain
! scope="row" | Kingdom
! scope="row" | Phylum
! scope="row" | Class
! scope="row" | Order
|-
! scope="col" | Classification
| Eukaroyta
| Animalia
| Arthropoda
| Arachnida
| Mesostigmata
|}

== Characteristics ==
Mesostigmatic mites begin their life cycle as larvae that appear similar to prostigmatic or astigmatic mites, with a rounded body covered in small setae. Setae are small hairs that line the body of mesostigmata that serve numerous purposes. Setae are very sensitive, helping the mites detect changes in their surroundings, differentiating between water and land environments, and possibly chemosensory actions such as distinguishing food types.[3] The setae also play a role in mating, releasing pheromones that can lure female mites. [3] During their life cycle, the mites molt several times while growing in size, shedding their prior exoskeleton when it becomes too small.

[[File:Setae.jpg|thumb|Setae on the leg of a mesostigmatic mite [4].]]

== Impact on Soils ==
Mesostigmata are a very diverse subspecies, and have a great variety of feeding styles; including parasites, fungal feeders, and detritovores, which primarily feed on organic material. Over 11,632 species of mesostigmatic mites have been discovered, and it is estimated that at least 100,000 more species remain unclassified. [5] There are all types of these mites play a critical role in [[soil]] processes, but the soil dwelling mites tend to be parasitic. Mites that reside in soils are often smaller in size, and regular feed on [[nematodes]] and other [[mesofauna]]. Detritovoric mites impact soils by breaking down leaf litter, animal remains, and other [[Organic Matter|organic matter]] that lies on the surface of soil beds in forests. Thus, the presence of mesostigmatic mites in a soil sample can indicate to scientists that the sample is healthy and contains a thriving ecosystem.[5] Despite these benefits, mesostigmatic mites are not as frequently soil dwelling as oribatid mites and prostigmatic mites.

[[File:Life cycle of a mesostigmatic mite.png|thumb|Life cycle of a mesostigmatic mite [2].]]

== References ==
[1] “Mesostigmata (Monogynaspida) Introduction.” Mesostigmata (Monogynaspida) - Introduction, https://idtools.org/id/mites/invasive_mite/Invasive_Mite_Identification/key/Mesostigmata/Media/Html/100Introduction.htm.

[2] Life Cycle of D. Gallinae and Checkpoints for the Evaluation of Vaccine ... Research Gate, https://www.researchgate.net/figure/Life-cycle-of-D-gallinae-and-checkpoints-for-the-evaluation-of-vaccine-efficacy-The-SEM_fig1_335920316.

[3] and [4] “Seta.” Seta - an Overview | ScienceDirect Topics, https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/agricultural-and-biological-sciences/seta.

[5]“Mesostigmata.” Mesostigmata - an Overview | ScienceDirect Topics, https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/agricultural-and-biological-sciences/mesostigmata.

Mesostigmata

2022-05-17T22:03:05Z

Johnsava:

Mesostigmata are a suborder of [[mites]] which are primarily characterized by their large stigmas, which preform numerous functions for the mites as both a function of the respiratory system and to capture and kill their prey. Mesostigmatic mites are the most prominent of all [[Acari]], comprising up to 25% of the total mite population. Due to the large size of thier stigma and other mouthparts, they can often be mistaken for their relative the tick.

[[File:Mesostigmatic mite.jpg|thumb|A fully grown male Mesostigmatic mite [1].]]

== Taxonomy ==

{| class="wikitable" style="text-align: center; width:80%;"
|+ Mesostigmata Taxonomy
|-
|
! scope="row" | Domain
! scope="row" | Kingdom
! scope="row" | Phylum
! scope="row" | Class
! scope="row" | Order
|-
! scope="col" | Classification
| Eukaroyta
| Animalia
| Arthropoda
| Arachnida
| Mesostigmata
|}

== Characteristics ==
Mesostigmatic mites begin their life cycle as larvae that appear similar to prostigmatic or astigmatic mites, with a rounded body covered in small setae. Setae are small hairs that line the body of mesostigmata that serve numerous purposes. Setae are very sensitive, helping the mites detect changes in their surroundings, differentiating between water and land environments, and possibly chemosensory actions such as distinguishing food types.[3] During their life cycle, the mites molt several times while growing in size, shedding their prior exoskeleton when it becomes too small.

[[File:Setae.jpg|thumb|Setae on the leg of a mesostigmatic mite [4].]]

== Impact on Soils ==
Mesostigmata are a very diverse subspecies, and have a great variety of feeding styles; including parasites, fungal feeders, and detritovores, which primarily feed on organic material. Over 11,632 species of mesostigmatic mites have been discovered, and it is estimated that at least 100,000 more species remain unclassified. [5] There are all types of these mites play a critical role in [[soil]] processes, but the soil dwelling mites tend to be parasitic. Mites that reside in soils are often smaller in size, and regular feed on [[nematodes]] and other [[mesofauna]]. Detritovoric mites impact soils by breaking down leaf litter, animal remains, and other [[Organic Matter|organic matter]] that lies on the surface of soil beds in forests. Thus, the presence of mesostigmatic mites in a soil sample can indicate to scientists that the sample is healthy and contains a thriving ecosystem.[5] Despite these benefits, mesostigmatic mites are not as frequently soil dwelling as oribatid mites and prostigmatic mites.

[[File:Life cycle of a mesostigmatic mite.png|thumb|Life cycle of a mesostigmatic mite [2].]]

== References ==
[1] “Mesostigmata (Monogynaspida) Introduction.” Mesostigmata (Monogynaspida) - Introduction, https://idtools.org/id/mites/invasive_mite/Invasive_Mite_Identification/key/Mesostigmata/Media/Html/100Introduction.htm.

[2] Life Cycle of D. Gallinae and Checkpoints for the Evaluation of Vaccine ... Research Gate, https://www.researchgate.net/figure/Life-cycle-of-D-gallinae-and-checkpoints-for-the-evaluation-of-vaccine-efficacy-The-SEM_fig1_335920316.

[3] and [4] “Seta.” Seta - an Overview | ScienceDirect Topics, https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/agricultural-and-biological-sciences/seta.

[5]“Mesostigmata.” Mesostigmata - an Overview | ScienceDirect Topics, https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/agricultural-and-biological-sciences/mesostigmata.

Mesostigmata

2022-05-17T22:02:47Z

Johnsava:

Mesostigmata are a suborder of [[mites]] which are primarily characterized by their large stigmas, which preform numerous functions for the mites as both a function of the respiratory system and to capture and kill their prey. Mesostigmatic mites are the most prominent of all [[Acari]], comprising up to 25% of the total mite population. Due to the large size of thier stigma and other mouthparts, they can often be mistaken for their relative the tick.

[[File:Mesostigmatic mite.jpg|thumb|A fully grown male Mesostigmatic mite [1].]]

== Taxonomy ==

{| class="wikitable" style="text-align: center; width:80%;"
|+ Mesostigmata Taxonomy
|-
|
! scope="row" | Domain
! scope="row" | Kingdom
! scope="row" | Phylum
! scope="row" | Class
! scope="row" | Order
|-
! scope="col" | Classification
| Eukaroyta
| Animalia
| Arthropoda
| Arachnida
| Mesostigmata
|}

== Characteristics ==
Mesostigmatic mites begin their life cycle as larvae that appear similar to prostigmatic or astigmatic mites, with a rounded body covered in small setae. Setae are small hairs that line the body of mesostigmata that serve numerous purposes. Setae are very sensitive, helping the mites detect changes in their surroundings, differentiating between water and land environments, and possibly chemosensory actions such as distinguishing food types.[3] During their life cycle, the mites molt several times while growing in size, shedding their prior exoskeleton when it becomes too small.

[[File:Setae.jpg|thumb|Setae on the leg of a mesostigmatic mite [4].]]

== Impact on Soils ==
Mesostigmata are a very diverse subspecies, and have a great variety of feeding styles; including parasites, fungal feeders, and detritovores, which primarily feed on organic material. Over 11,632 species of mesostigmatic mites have been discovered, and it is estimated that at least 100,000 more species remain unclassified. [5] There are all types of these mites play a critical role in [[soil]] processes, but the soil dwelling mites tend to be parasitic. Mites that reside in soils are often smaller in size, and regular feed on [[nematodes]] and other [[mesofauna]]. Detritovoric mites impact soils by breaking down leaf litter, animal remains, and other organic matter that lies on the surface of soil beds in forests. Thus, the presence of mesostigmatic mites in a soil sample can indicate to scientists that the sample is healthy and contains a thriving ecosystem.[5] Despite these benefits, mesostigmatic mites are not as frequently soil dwelling as oribatid mites and prostigmatic mites.

[[File:Life cycle of a mesostigmatic mite.png|thumb|Life cycle of a mesostigmatic mite [2].]]

== References ==
[1] “Mesostigmata (Monogynaspida) Introduction.” Mesostigmata (Monogynaspida) - Introduction, https://idtools.org/id/mites/invasive_mite/Invasive_Mite_Identification/key/Mesostigmata/Media/Html/100Introduction.htm.

[2] Life Cycle of D. Gallinae and Checkpoints for the Evaluation of Vaccine ... Research Gate, https://www.researchgate.net/figure/Life-cycle-of-D-gallinae-and-checkpoints-for-the-evaluation-of-vaccine-efficacy-The-SEM_fig1_335920316.

[3] and [4] “Seta.” Seta - an Overview | ScienceDirect Topics, https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/agricultural-and-biological-sciences/seta.

[5]“Mesostigmata.” Mesostigmata - an Overview | ScienceDirect Topics, https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/agricultural-and-biological-sciences/mesostigmata.

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Johnsava:

Mesostigmata are a suborder of [[mites]] which are primarily characterized by

== Taxonomy ==

{| class="wikitable" style="text-align: center; width:80%;"
|+ Mesostigmata Taxonomy
|-
|
! scope="row" | Domain
! scope="row" | Kingdom
! scope="row" | Phylum
! scope="row" | Class
! scope="row" | Order
|-
! scope="col" | Classification
| Eukaroyta
| Animalia
| Arthropoda
| Arachnida
| Mesostigmata
|}

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== Description ==
[[Mites]]

== Lifestyle ==
[[File:Mole_Tunnels.jpg|thumb|A diagram of a potential mole tunnel network [1].]]
mites

== Impact on Other Organisms ==
mites

== References ==
[1] F. Robert Henderson. "[[Moles]]". Internet Center for Wildlife Damage Management. 2005. Retrieved 2018-04-16. http://icwdm.org/handbook/mammals/Moles.asp

Mesostigmata

2022-05-16T03:45:41Z

Johnsava:

Mesostigmata are a suborder of [[Mites]] which are primarily characterized by

== Taxonomy ==

{| class="wikitable" style="text-align: center; width:80%;"
|+ Mesostigmata Taxonomy
|-
|
! scope="row" | Domain
! scope="row" | Kingdom
! scope="row" | Phylum
! scope="row" | Class
! scope="row" | Order
|-
! scope="col" | Classification
| Eukaroyta
| Animalia
| Arthropoda
| Arachnida
| Mesostigmata
|}

This

== Description ==
[[Mites]]

== Lifestyle ==
[[File:Mole_Tunnels.jpg|thumb|A diagram of a potential mole tunnel network [1].]]
mites

== Impact on Other Organisms ==
mites

== References ==
[1] F. Robert Henderson. "[[Moles]]". Internet Center for Wildlife Damage Management. 2005. Retrieved 2018-04-16. http://icwdm.org/handbook/mammals/Moles.asp

Mesostigmata

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Johnsava:

== Taxonomy ==

{| class="wikitable" style="text-align: center; width:80%;"
|+ Mesostigmata Taxonomy
|-
|
! scope="row" | Domain
! scope="row" | Kingdom
! scope="row" | Phylum
! scope="row" | Class
! scope="row" | Order
|-
! scope="col" | Classification
| Eukaroyta
| Animalia
| Arthropoda
| Arachnida
| Mesostigmata
|}

This

== Description ==
[[Mites]]

== Lifestyle ==
[[File:Mole_Tunnels.jpg|thumb|A diagram of a potential mole tunnel network [1].]]
mites

== Impact on Other Organisms ==
mites

== References ==
[1] F. Robert Henderson. "[[Moles]]". Internet Center for Wildlife Damage Management. 2005. Retrieved 2018-04-16. http://icwdm.org/handbook/mammals/Moles.asp

Mesostigmata

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== Taxonomy ==

{| class="wikitable" style="text-align: center; width:80%;"
|+ Mesostigmata Taxonomy
|-
|
! scope="row" | Domain
! scope="row" | Kingdom
! scope="row" | Phylum
! scope="row" | Class
! scope="row" | Order
! scope="row" | Family
|-
! scope="col" | Classification
| Eukaroyta
| Animalia
| Cordata
| Mammalia
| Insectivora
| Talpidae
|}

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== Description ==
[[Mites]]

== Lifestyle ==
[[File:Mole_Tunnels.jpg|thumb|A diagram of a potential mole tunnel network [1].]]
mites

== Impact on Other Organisms ==
mites

== References ==
[1] F. Robert Henderson. "[[Moles]]". Internet Center for Wildlife Damage Management. 2005. Retrieved 2018-04-16. http://icwdm.org/handbook/mammals/Moles.asp

Mesostigmata

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== Taxonomy ==

{| class="wikitable" style="text-align: center; width:80%;"
|+ Mesostigmata Taxonomy
|-
|
! scope="row" | Domain
! scope="row" | Kingdom
! scope="row" | Phylum
! scope="row" | Class
! scope="row" | Order
! scope="row" | Family
|-
! scope="col" | Classification
| Eukaroyta
| Animalia
| Cordata
| Mammalia
| Insectivora
| Talpidae
|}

This simplified list omits sub-categories. [[Moles]] may be confused as rodents (Order Rodentia) but this is incorrect.

== Description ==
[[Mites]]

== Lifestyle ==
[[File:Mole_Tunnels.jpg|thumb|A diagram of a potential mole tunnel network [1].]]
mites

== Impact on Other Organisms ==
mites

== References ==
[1] F. Robert Henderson. "Moles". Internet Center for Wildlife Damage Management. 2005. Retrieved 2018-04-16. http://icwdm.org/handbook/mammals/Moles.asp

White Ash tree

2022-03-11T21:32:34Z

Johnsava:

[[File:whiteash1.jpeg|thumb|right|White Ash tree]]

The White Ash tree, or ''Fraxinus americana'', is a type of ash tree that is native to eastern and central North America.

== Description ==

White ash trees grow between 60 to 100 feet tall on average, with a 2 to 3 foot trunk diameter. It is the largest of the ash trees found in North America. The leaves are opposite, and have between 5 and 9 leaflets. The bark ranges in color from yellow-brown to light grey and has deep furrows. White ash trees are dioecious, meaning there are separate male and female trees.

[[File:whiteashleaf.jpeg|thumb|left|White Ash leaves]]

== Distribution ==

The White ash tree is found only in the central and eastern parts of North America, ranging as far north as Nova Scotia, south into northern Florida, and west into the upper areas of Texas and parts of Iowa. Habitats include floodplain woodlands, upland woodlands, shaded gravelly seeps, high riverbanks, limestone glades, and in city parks. 

== Ecological Importance ==

White Ash hosts many species of [[insects]], which feed on parts of the tree. At least 280 [[arthropods]] rely on White Ash trees as a source of food and shelter. Additionally, White Ash trees provide habitat and food for many vertebrates, such as squirrels, deer, various birds, and mice. Ash trees also play an important role in nutrient and water cycling in forests. 

== Threats ==

Due to the accidental introduction of the Emerald Ash Borer, white ash trees have seen a significant decrease in population, and this has led to many adverse ecological effects. Widespread ash mortality severely alters forest habitats and dynamics. This causes loss of habitat and food for many [[organisms]], including 44 species of arthropods that feed exclusively on ash trees.

Additionally, loss of ash trees, and therefore an increase in sunlight on forest floors, may cause an increase in the spread of invasive species, such as honeysuckle, multiflora rose, and autumn olive.

[[File:ashborer.jpeg|thumb|right|Emerald Ash Borer]]

Widespread ash mortality also can alter [[soil]] pH, mineral concentrations, and soil moisture levels, affecting nutrient and water availability for nearby trees and other organisms living in the soil.



== References ==

[1] Ash Tree Update 2017 (U.S. National Park Service). (n.d.). . https://www.nps.gov/articles/ash-tree-update.htm.

[2] Fraxinus americana - Plant Finder. (n.d.). . https://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?kempercode=a867.

[3] Fraxinus americana (American Ash, White Ash) | North Carolina Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox. (n.d.). . https://plants.ces.ncsu.edu/plants/fraxinus-americana/.

[4] Maine proposes Emerald Ash Borer quarantine rules. (n.d.). . https://www.wabi.tv/2021/03/17/maine-proposes-emerald-ash-borer-quarantine-rules/.

[5] White Ash. (n.d.). . https://naturalresources.extension.iastate.edu/forestry/iowa_trees/trees/white_ash.html.

[6] White Ash (Fraxinus americana). (n.d.). . https://www.illinoiswildflowers.info/trees/plants/white_ash.html.

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