Thread subject: Diptera.info :: Hairy midge - Psychodidae

Posted by Alvesgaspar on 07-10-2007 12:19
#1

This is funny looking midge, very common in Portugal. It is a difficult shot with standard equipment due to small size, dark colours and fine detail. I believe it is a Pericoma fuliginosa but there might be other smilar species (like the one in he gallery). Thanks,

Joaquim Gaspar

Posted by Xespok on 07-10-2007 15:51
#2

Clogmia albopunctata. The commonest drain fly species. Cosmopolitan.

Posted by pierred on 07-10-2007 17:51
#3

Hello,

A wonderful picture, by the way..