Abstract
18 New species of water mites are reported new for the Moroccan fauna, of which 6 species are new for North Africa. Further, one new subspecies is described, i.e. Limnesia lucifera septentrionalis. Lebertia africana Walter is considered a junior synonym of L. fimbriata Thor. The male of Atractides anellatus Lundblad is described for the first time. In addition, taxonomic notes are made on a number of other species.