Sciarid fungus gnat, side view

Side view of an adult dark-winged fungus gnat (Sciaridae), about 6 mm long, showing the long legs and beaded antennae.

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Record checked: 2026-09-24

A small black gnat with long thin legs, long antennae and folded smoky wings on a white surface.

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Adult sciarids are weak fliers that run over the casing surface. Confirm the family from a trapped specimen, not from a glimpse in the room.

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