Thread subject: Diptera.info :: Diptera larvae? NE HU, Sep

Posted by atylotus on 01-10-2009 09:00
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Bibio has two spiracular openings and long transversely arranged body processes while Dilophus has three openings and shorter processes. Bibionidae larvae are unique in having a holopneustic respiratory system having 10 lateral pairs of stigmatal openings (including the larger opening seen on your photograph).