A midge is any small fly, including species in several families of non- mosquito nematoceran Diptera. Midges are found (seasonally or otherwise) on practically every land area outside permanently arid …

Midge, (family Chironomidae), any of a group of tiny two-winged flies (order Diptera) that superficially resemble mosquitoes. Although they resemble mosquitoes, midges are harmless, with small …

Sep 1, 2025 · What Exactly is a Midge? A midge is a broad term for any small, two-winged fly from various families within the order Diptera. They are characterized by their small size (1 to 5.5 …

Midges, also called No-See-Ums, are actually many different species of tiny flies. Their bites can cause irritation and swelling, but they are not known to spread disease to humans. Here are several ways …

Jul 21, 2025 · Midges are small, fly-like insects that belong to several families within the order Diptera. While some midges bite and cause irritation, others are harmless or even beneficial. They play …

Jul 8, 2025 · Midges are small, flying insects that often go unnoticed due to their tiny size and elusive nature. Despite their inconspicuous appearance, midges play important roles in ecosystems and can …

In North America, the most important disease agent transmitted by biting midges is Blue Tongue virus. This virus is a major cause of disease in livestock in the western U. S., but it does not infect humans.

Being true flies, midges (in the family Chironomidae) have only one pair of wings. They look a lot like mosquitoes: small and dainty, rather soft-bodied, with long, narrow wings and long, skinny legs; …

Midge is the common name for a small, fragile, flying insects belonging to the order Diptera ("true flies"). They are generally grouped as non-biting midges (family Chironomidae), biting midges (family …

Adult midges are delicate flies with long front legs often held forward from the body (Fig. 1). They measure 5-12.7 mm (0.2-0.5 inches) in length. They may range in color from light green, pale, tan, or …