Chironomidae Exuviae
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Chironomidae Exuviae
Key: Step 802. Orthocladiinae 214

802a. Anal lobes usually folded inwards and so appearing parallel-sided and apically truncate; frequently apically toothed and with only 1-2 apical setae, though there may be a small seta situated more anteriorly on the lobes. With or without pearl row and nose on the wing sheaths. (Hook row II absent. Tergites II-VI covered with points; VII and VIII with area of points reduced. Thoracic horn elongate, toothed apically).

Step 803. Orthocladiinae 215 Paraphaenocladius

802b. Anal lobes absent or at most folded upwards, in which case they are usually margined with strong points forming a dorsal "crest". Wing sheaths without pearl row and nose.

Step 808. Orthocladiinae 220
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