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Ichneumon wasp?

Photo by JoeHartman
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17.22, 103.32

Field Notes

Description:

Small flying insects, body about 10mm.
I think a member of the Braconidae.

Habitat:

Forest

Species ID Suggestions

Comments (4)
stho002
Yes, it is a midge of the family CHIRONOMIDAE
JoeHartman
Thanks ForestDragon, I will search further for Midge.
ForestDragon
This looks to me like a type of Midge. It is common for them to hold their forelegs up in that position. Midges look similar to Mosquitoes (they are related but Midges aren't blood suckers). I hope this helps!

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PublishedOctober 17, 2013

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