Thread subject: Diptera.info :: White / colourless larva (of a midge?) => Dolichopodidae

Posted by Lennart Bendixen on 21-03-2015 17:47
#1
Hi again,

I found this 7 mm long larva under a stone, which was lying on a sandy, loamy ground near a pond. Will it become a midge?

Thanks for answering,

Lennart

2015-03-18, Germany, SH, Mohrkirch, wild meadow.
Edited by Lennart Bendixen on 22-03-2015 08:01

Posted by Lennart Bendixen on 21-03-2015 17:47
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2nd pic

Posted by Lennart Bendixen on 21-03-2015 17:48
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3rd pic

Posted by atylotus on 21-03-2015 19:23
#4
Dolichopodidae. The headcapsule (these black rods) are apically widened. This is typical for the family. further ID impossible.

Posted by Lennart Bendixen on 22-03-2015 08:00
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Many thanks again, atylotus! Very helpful answer.
Greetings,
Lennart