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Nematode Profile
Awl nematode
Dolichodorus spp.
All Turfgrasses Moderate Nematode
An ectoparasite of wet sites and pond/stream margins that damages roots at high populations.
Identification
Lab diagnosis. Root damage and decline, typically in low, wet areas.
Symptoms & Damage
Decline in wet areas
Root damage
Patchy thinning
Favorable Conditions
Wet soils near water; warm temperatures.
Cultural Management
Improve drainage; confirm with assay
Further Reading
University extension resources — open in a new tab.
Related Reports
No published reports yet for this pest.
Reports will appear here as they are peer-reviewed and published.