Thread subject: Diptera.info :: Cricotopus (Chironomidae)

Posted by weia on 19-06-2026 19:17
#1

Very small, less than 2 mm. Cricotopus female seems certain but maybe more is possible?? Netherlands.

Edited by weia on 19-06-2026 19:34

Posted by John Carr on 19-06-2026 21:56
#2

The color pattern suggests to me Cricotopus (Cricotopus). Tergites 1 and 4 yellow, terminalia white.

Posted by weia on 19-06-2026 22:45
#3

Thanks! I see 20 species mentioned in this subgenus for the Netherlands.