New report of Glycycometus malaysiensis (Acari: Aeroglyphidae) in Cuba.

Mites are the allergens most implicated in the etiology of allergic respiratory diseases. They are frequent in humid and warm areas and are usually found in household dust. The objective of this work is to report the presence of a new species of domestic mite in Cuba found in the homes of the country's capital. The samples, consisting of mattress dust, were taken in the municipalities of Plaza and Habana del Este. The species Glycycometus malaysiensis (Fain & Nadchatram) was identified from a female and a nymph. The diagnostic characters and their allergenic importance are discussed. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]