Thread subject: Diptera.info :: Catotricha marinae larva, Cecidomyiidae

Posted by Cranefly on 25-01-2010 17:41
#1

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.

Posted by Cranefly on 25-01-2010 17:42
#2

This is the pupa. A little smaller - 9 mm