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Midge - Chironomus
Copyright © 2009 Stephen Luk

Midge - Chironomus
The Arboretum, Guelph (N43º32'07"W080º13'06"), Wellington, Ontario, Canada
April 18, 2009
Size: 10.0 mm
Pupation two days after collection. These things appear to respire with gill structures, as they rest on the bottom and undulate continuously, unless they are disturbed (upon which they exhibit thanatosis).

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Contributed by Stephen Luk on 23 April, 2009 - 4:21pm
Last updated 24 December, 2009 - 7:40pm

Moved
Moved from Chironominae.
… John F. Carr, 24 December, 2009 - 7:40pm

Moved
Moved from Midges.
… John F. Carr, 23 April, 2009 - 5:44pm

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