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Southern Net-Winged Midge

Blepharicera cherokea

About

A net-winged midge endemic to southern Appalachian mountain streams. Larvae graze diatoms from smooth rock faces in fast cascades.

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Did You Know?

Each suction disc on the larva generates enough force to support the entire body against rushing water.