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Diptera larvae (Cecidomyiidae, Ceratopogonidae?)
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Larvae (around 1-2mm) found in Nepenthes carnivorous pitcher plant, Peninsular Malaysia.
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More likely is Ceratopogonidae
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I think it is a Cecidomyiidae, sorry Paul. However, i do not have experience with larvae from that faunal area, so not sure though.
 
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The long hairs are like those of Forcipomyia larvae.
 
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That was my idea...
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I agree with Forcipomyia having long hairs, but there are also Cecidomyidae larvae from forest litter, having long hairs.
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