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 Culicidae male
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| Aqua56 |
Posted on 20-05-2016 18:23
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Hello, could help to further tahn the faimily for this nice male of Culicidae? Maybe Ochlerotatus or Aedes? It was found on a wall at dusk not far from fishing artificial pound and vine field in South-West France (Gironde 33). (Click to enlarge)  Brendan Alligand : France : Saint-Caprais-de-Blaye : 33820 : 28/04/2016 Altitude : 23 m - Taille : 7 mm Réf. : 162548 Thanks for helping. Brendan Edited by Aqua56 on 20-05-2016 18:25 |
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| Tony Irwin |
Posted on 20-05-2016 20:02
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I'd agree with Ochlerotatus. Unable to say which species. 
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| Aqua56 |
Posted on 21-05-2016 16:40
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Thanks a lot for this answer. What type of details would be needed to try to discriminate between the different species? It would be easier with a female isn't it? |
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| Tony Irwin |
Posted on 21-05-2016 17:22
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Member Location: Norwich, England Posts: 7193 Joined: 19.11.04 |
Males can usually be distinguished by microscopic examination of the genitalia, so they can be in quite poor condition. Females, however, need to be in good condition (still covered with most of their scales) to be able to identify them. Some species can be identified from photos, but specimens are better, and necessary for some groups.
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| Aqua56 |
Posted on 23-05-2016 13:16
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Thanks again. I will see for the females seen on the same place. |
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but don't see the image in the post.
