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 Catotricha marinae larva, Cecidomyiidae
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| Cranefly |
Posted on 25-01-2010 18:41
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Member Location: Shachovskaya Posts: 647 Joined: 17.09.08 |
The larva of this species is one of the largest cecidomyiid larvae. Body length 13 mm (usually cecidomyiids are 4-5 mm). Its coloration - pink. Larva live in strongly decayed fallen larch trunks about 60 sm in diameter. Pupa dark pink, becoming darker with maturation. Imago - pink. Distribution - Tuva [geographical location - the Centre of Asia), Russia.
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| Cranefly |
Posted on 25-01-2010 18:42
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Member Location: Shachovskaya Posts: 647 Joined: 17.09.08 |
This is the pupa. A little smaller - 9 mm
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