Heptathrips ruficaudis

Heptathrips ruficaudis (zur Strassen) Capnothrips ruficaudis zur Strassen, 1979: 99 This spore-feeding species is endemic to Saudi Arabia and was described from the Asir Mountains, Village Qaraah, Southwest of the country. However, it was not recovered during current study. Among the members of Heptathrips, this species can be distinguished by: antennae 8-segmented; segment III with single sense cone (inner sense cone much shorter that outer); major body setae well developed and pointed; tube with s-shaped curve at sides; fore tarsi with tooth (zur Strassen 1979). ......continued on the next page