Thread subject: Diptera.info :: Ceratopogonidae? Hungary, May

Posted by atylotus on 29-05-2009 13:54
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These are indeed the immatures of a Ceratopogonidae, that is the genus Dasyhelea. This is a typical genus for temporary habitats like yours or other small artificial waters. The larvae is typical in having hooks or spines on the anal segment and the pupae also has additional spines on the anal segment, in both pictures visible. When present in these habitats than abundantly.