Crane-fly (Trichocera relegationis)
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Like a small Crane fly but 2nd anal vein very short and sharply bent. Abundant everywhere in winter but less common at other times of the year.Larvae live in decaying matter. Commonly known as 'winter gnats'.1 / 2
Crane-fly (Trichocera relegationis). Copyright 2009 Peter Drury
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on January 31, 2013Terrific macro!