<p><strong>Redescription of <em>Favognathus</em> <em>insularis</em> (Luxton) (Acari: Trombidiformes: Cryptognathidae) from Brazil, with a key to the world species of <em>Favognathus</em></strong></p>

Abstract

Until now, Favognathus insularis (Luxton, 1973) has been only known from the Niue Island. In recent surveys conducted in the Brazilian state of São Paulo, a second record of this species was provided. It is redescribed here based on the adult females. Also, an identification key to known species of Favognathus is provided.

Keywords

• New record
• Prostigmata
• Raphignathoidea
• predatory mites
• soil.