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Midge Fly
Chironomus ssp.
33.1523, -97.0185
Field Notes
Description:
The genus is defined by features that are hard to see in photographs. Some of the more visible features of the genus are the shape of the pronotum, wide in the middle with a notch; a pair of small tubercles between and above the antenna bases (usually); 11-segmented male flagellum; and inferior volsella of male genitalia large and larger than superior. Each of these features is also found in some related genera.
Habitat:
On rose leaf and generally throughout the area.
Reference Links:
Genus Chironomus - BugGuide.Net
Species ID Suggestions
Spotted for Missions
Photographed
PublishedMarch 30, 2013
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