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Nematode Profile
Pin nematode
Paratylenchus spp.
All Turfgrasses Moderate Nematode
The smallest plant-parasitic nematodes; ectoparasites that occasionally contribute to decline at high populations.
Identification
Lab diagnosis (soil assay). Nonspecific aboveground symptoms — subtle thinning and reduced vigor, usually as part of a nematode complex.
Symptoms & Damage
Subtle thinning/decline
Reduced rooting at high counts
Often part of a complex
Favorable Conditions
Sandy soils, warm temperatures.
Cultural Management
Promote root health; confirm with a soil 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.