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bertrandpami
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Posted on 18-03-2012 17:56
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 Hello,

Found this morning in te kitchen (?).

Cuise La Motte (60350 - France) 4,5 mm - 18-03-2012

An idea ?
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 Water mites (Parasitengona, in part). The common genus on Chironomidae is Hygrobates but there are several families that eat midges. ID requires a good view of the underside.

farm4.staticflickr.com/3360/4616890577_7405b18877.jpg

The midge is probably Orthocladiinae.
 
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 Beautifull

"The midge is probably Orthocladiinae."

Very possible, a lot here now.

Many thanks.
 
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