Thread subject: Diptera.info :: Nematocera?
Posted by Larry Shone on 06-11-2011 22:42
#1
Small dead fly found near the front door, about 5mm long.
Nematocera?
Posted by John Carr on 06-11-2011 23:03
#2
Male Chironomidae.
Posted by Larry Shone on 09-11-2011 18:38
#3
John Carr wrote:
Male Chironomidae.
Really? Chironomids are found this small? The ones in my guide book make this one look like a flea!
Edited by Larry Shone on 09-11-2011 18:38
Posted by Matt Bertone on 09-11-2011 18:59
#4
They come even smaller than that :)
Posted by John Carr on 10-11-2011 01:15
#5
Books illustrate the larger species, some of which are extremely common near large or nutrient-rich water bodies. The typical size is 2-5 mm.
Posted by Larry Shone on 10-11-2011 10:05
#6
Cheers guys, I have a lot to learn!