Simuliidae
Black Flies
Although superficially similar to mosquitoes, the phantom midges are harmless nectar feeders. In fact, many of the species do not feed at all during the adult stage of their life cycle.
Cheshire, England - June 2007
Although there are only 6 species of Chaoboridae found in the British Isles, their identification is very difficult and requires microscopic examination of their dissected genitalia.
Cheshire, England - June 2007
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