Chironomus major Wülker and Butler is a junior homonym of Parachironomus major (Goetghebuer) and is replaced with Chironomus magnus. A first description of the adult is provided along with observations on its ecology in Kentucky Lake (USA) including emergence, burrowing patterns, and geographical distribution.
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1 August 2015
Chironomus magnus, a New Name for Chironomus major Wülker and Butler, with Observations on its Ecology
David S. White,
James B. Ramsey
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Entomological News
Vol. 125 • No. 2
August 2015
Vol. 125 • No. 2
August 2015
Chironomidae
Chironomus magnus
Chironomus major
Diptera
ecology
USA