Trichocera major
Trichocera major
Description
A large Brown bodied winter gnat species.
Identification difficulty
ID checklist (your specimen should have all of these features)
- Sharply curved Anal wing vein characteristic of Winter Gnats
- Wing length 7 - 9.5mm
- Brownish body
- Female - Long ovipositor with very slight curve
Recording advice
Detailed examination is necessary to identify to species level.
When to see it
September to January
UK Status
Widespread but with sparse records
Karaokeking19
Broughton Astley Garden
28 January 2024
Karaokeking19
Broughton Astley Garden
28 January 2024
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