The life-cycle and developmental stages of Panagrolaimus migophilus and Pelodera sp., two rhabditid nematode parasites of Musca domestica in India, are described. The adults and all larval stages of the host are susceptible to attack. Both species pass through one generation in about a week and can be bred in the laboratory. Possibilities of their use in biological control are considered. P. migophilus appears to be the more promising of the two species.
Panagrolaimus migophilus, Pelodera, Musca domestica, Parasites, biology
