Thread subject: Diptera.info :: Is this a Phantom Midge (Chaoboridae)?

Posted by Sundew on 13-04-2010 21:11
#1

Hi,
Yesterday I came across a midge that I first considered a mini Tipulid until I saw the fringed wings and their peculiar venation. Is this perhaps a Chaoborid? If so, I would have found a new (to me) fly family and I had to celebrate this day! So please help with identifying.
Many thanks, Sundew

Posted by Sundew on 13-04-2010 21:12
#2

Some more details.

Posted by Tony Irwin on 13-04-2010 21:57
#3

Yes, Chaoborus female

Posted by Sundew on 14-04-2010 20:51
#4

Great - many thanks!