I would like to know - is it seen now from this angle, that it is Dixa? 5 crowns of hairs present dprsally though some of them damaged.
Cranefly attached the following image:
It is like that for most of Europe, except that the species of the Dixa submaculata complex usually is found in springs. Dixella aestivalis can be found in both streams and lakes, but is most common in lakes.
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Until now we pointed to diptera.info, but since Paul's passing we not
Appreciate it, Tony Irwin! I got the hint to use the key next to Langton and Pinder key for females of Chironomidae. So no specific queries, except the keys...
I will keep this on my list and hope th
Anyone has "Chironomidae of the Holarctic region. Keys and diagnoses. Part 3. Adult Males Entomologica Scandinavica Supplement 34"?
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