Keys to Midges - Crane Fly
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Identifying Characteristics of the Crane Fly
Larvae
1) Size range 3/8" to 1"
2) Some have retractable heads
3) Body has peglike appearance
Pupa
1) Aquatic pupa are rare
2) Straight legs that extend beyond developing wings
3) Aquatic pupa will have respiratory horns
Adult
1) Large mosquito like flies
2) Very long legs
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Illustration by Andy Cooper
| TABLE OF MAJOR MIDGE HATCHES |
| Families |
Genera |
Species |
Common Name |
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| Chironomidae |
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Common Midge |
| Simuliidae |
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Black Flies |
| Tipulidae |
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Crane Flies |
| Blephariceridae |
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Netwinged Midges |
| Dixidae |
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Dixid Midges |
| Culicidae |
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Mosquitoe |
| Ceratopogonidae |
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Biting Midges |
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