Limnomermis subtropicalis n. sp. (Neumatoda: Mermithidae) a parasite of larvae of Simulium orbitale Lutz (Diptera: Simuliidae) in Argentina

Limnomermis subtropicalis n. sp. (Nematoda: Mermithidae) a parasite of larvae of Simulium orbitale Lutz (Diptera: Simuliidae) found in Argentina is described and illustrated. This species is characterized by having medium sized amphids, pocket-shaped, medium sized vagina, sculptured spicule, and by having 9 preanal, 7 postanal papillae in the ventral row, and 12 papillae in the lateral rows.