Thread subject: Diptera.info :: Chironomid swarms in East Turkey
Posted by Cesa on 30-12-2009 20:21
#1
Hello,
The area around Van Lake in East Turkey is severely affected by the dense swarms of chironomid midges every year from June to end of September.
Is it possible to identify at least a species group. Are the general colouration of the body and reddish three spots on the thorax characteristics?
Is it possible these swarms to control biologically? Any comments, information, or addresses of experienced scientists on this subject will be greatly appreciated.
Muhabbet
Posted by Cesa on 30-12-2009 20:28
#2
Cesa wrote:
Hello,
The area around Van Lake in East Turkey is severely affected by the dense swarms of chironomid midges every year from June to end of September.
Is it possible to identify at least a species group. Are the general colouration of the body and reddish three spots on the thorax characteristics?
Is it possible these swarms to control biologically? Any comments, information, or addresses of experienced scientists on this subject will be greatly appreciated.
Muhabbet
Posted by jorgemotalmeida on 30-12-2009 20:57
#3
Try to contact Dr. Martin Spies. He is the expert in Chironomidae.
MAIL: spies AT zi.biologie.uni-muenchen.de
Edited by jorgemotalmeida on 30-12-2009 20:59
Posted by jorgemotalmeida on 30-12-2009 20:58
#4
what the heck?!!? I never saw so MANY flies!! :|
Posted by Cesa on 30-12-2009 21:05
#5
many thanks Jorge
have a happy New Year
Muhabbet