Steinernema adamsi,belongs to which one of the following species?
Nematode
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Researchers at the University of California, Riverside have discovered Steinernema adamsi, a new species of nematode that may be a powerful ally in the fight against pests. This species is beneficial, infecting and killing harmful insects by releasing pathogenic bacteria. It is a member of the Steinernema family, which has been known for controlling insect parasites without the use of pesticides since the 1920s. Steinernema adamsi provides sustainable agricultural solutions against crop pests without posing any harm to humans.