Is an ortholog of human LRRK1 (leucine rich repeat kinase 1). Is predicted to have metal ion binding activity\; nucleoside phosphate binding activity\; and protein serine\/threonine kinase activity. Is involved in several processes, including axon extension involved in axon guidance\; cellular protein localization\; and negative regulation of neuron death. Localizes to the Golgi apparatus and neuronal cell body. Is expressed in the nervous system\; the pharynx\; and the reproductive system. Is used to study Parkinson's disease. Human ortholog(s) of this gene are implicated in autosomal dominant Parkinson's disease 8.