Midges

(Chironomidae)

[image of larva]

(body length approx. 1.5 mm)

If you look at the midge larva above closely, you will see that it isn't just a worm -- look for the small oval on the left hand end -- that's the head.

But if you are considering tying an imitation of this larva... well, there are better things to do with your life...

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last update: October 27, 1999

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