Chironomidae Exuviae
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Chironomidae Exuviae
Key: Step 125. Chironomini 22 Glyptotendipes

125a. Points on the anterior 2/3rds of the paratergites on segment V in transverse or obliquely transverse rows; points narrow, tapering rapidly to a long point (095e.jpg). Epaulettes narrow; that on segment VI rounded apically (095d.jpg).

Glyptotendipes salinus

125b. Points on the anterior 2/3rds of the pleura of segment V generally isolated, densely and irregularly arranged; points robust, infrequently acuminate. Epaulettes broader; that on segment VI apically truncate (096f.jpg).

Glyptotendipes barbipes
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