Axarus sp. (genus)

A non-biting midge at Holder, ACT

Axarus sp. (genus) at Holder, ACT - 13 Feb 2022
Axarus sp. (genus) at Holder, ACT - 13 Feb 2022
Axarus sp. (genus) at Holder, ACT - 13 Feb 2022
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Identification history

Axarus sp. (genus) 19 Sep 2024 MichaelMulvaney
Chironomidae (family) 12 Feb 2023 MichaelMulvaney
Unidentified 8 Feb 2023 Miranda

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   12 Feb 2023
Possibly from the Axarus genus

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  • 5mm to 12mm Animal size
  • Resting Insect behaviour on flower

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