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  • Title: Culex bhutanensis, a new species of the Mimeticus Subgroup of the nominotypical subgenus of the genus Culex Linnaeus (Diptera: Culicidae) from Bhutan.
    Author: Somboon P, Phanitchakun T, Saingamsook J, Yoshihide M, Namgay R, Harbach RE.
    Journal: Acta Trop; 2021 May; 217():105868. PubMed ID: 33617764.
    Abstract:
    Culex bhutanensis Somboon, Namgay & Harbach is described as a new species of the Mimeticus Subgroup of the subgenus Culex Linnaeus. Based on morphological distinctions and phylogenetic analysis of COI sequences, the new species is a member of the Mimulus Complex. The adults have wing markings similar to those of Cx. mimulus Edwards and Cx. murrelli Lien, but are distinguished by the presence of a line of pale scales or scattered pale scales along the posterior margin of the proximal portion of the costa. The larva is most similar to the larva of Cx. orientalis Edwards from Japan and South Korea, but is distinguished by the form of the comb scales, pecten spines and seta 2-X. The pupa differs from the pupae of other species of the subgroup in having seta 8-C with more branches. The immature stages of the new species were found in rice paddies, stagnant pools and marshes at high altitudes in several districts of Bhutan.
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