Thread subject: Diptera.info :: Hesperinus sp. larva

Posted by Cranefly on 02-12-2009 11:27
#1
This larva was discovered in spring in decaying wood of Ulmus. Size about 14 mm.
Edited by Cranefly on 06-01-2010 12:07

Posted by atylotus on 03-12-2009 09:39
#2
Mycetophilidae or Sciaridae

Posted by Cranefly on 04-12-2009 06:45
#3
Many thanks.

Posted by Cranefly on 06-01-2010 12:02
#4
Hesperinus sp., Hesperinidae. Larva with prothorax divided in 2 parts, one of them is seen as only dorsal part and carry large spiracles. Setae of body short. Larvae develop in strongly decayed wood of birch and other deciduous trees.
How to out it to the Gallery - no such family?

Posted by Paul Beuk on 06-01-2010 12:10
#5
Use 'New family' (as I emailed you).