Chironomus annularius
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Chironomus annularius (commonly known as bayfly or mufflehead) is a species of non-biting midge in the family Chironomidae. It is usually found in regions with bodies of fresh water but can be found in almost every environment. It tends to form "hotspots" around specific areas. The species is distinguished by the size of its chromosomes and the lack of a proboscis.
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Chironomus annularius | |
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Scientific classification | |
Domain: | Eukaryota |
Kingdom: | Animalia |
Phylum: | Arthropoda |
Class: | Insecta |
Order: | Diptera |
Family: | Chironomidae |
Genus: | Chironomus |
Species: | C. annularius |
Binomial name | |
Chironomus annularius Kieffer, 1926 | |
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