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one-third of an inch in length. It is, however, by no means 

 abundant. 



Fafjiily 6, Culicidce. — The Cidicidce, or Gnats, are a very 

 extensive family. 



Fig. 127. — Culex Pipiens (Mag.) 



The larvce are nearly all aquatic. 



They are generally small, dull-coloured insects, and are often 

 called " Mosquitoes " in the country. These insects frequently 



N. 



Fig. 128.— Chironomus Plumosus (Mag.) 



cause much annoyance during the summer months to persons 

 engaged in out-door occupations. They are particularly abundant 

 in damp meadows, in the vicinity of water, and also in hay-fields, 



