Phantom midge (Chaoborus crystallinus) head. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the head of a phantom midge, showing its large compound ey

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Phantom midge (Chaoborus crystallinus) head. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the head of a phantom midge, showing its large compound eyes (dark, centre left and right) and antennae (feathery). These non-biting midges are found near standing water that is not inhabited by fish. Magnification: x67, when printed 10 cm wide.

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Size: 4331px × 4331px
Photo credit: © EYE OF SCIENCE/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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