Biting Midge

Culicoides spp.

Biting Midge are a minute insect, they are considered to be aggressive biters to any skin that is exposed. They are generally more active at dusk and dawn but are not known to spread disease but bites can cause severe allergic reactions, bites are often painful and itchy.  Biting Midge breeding sites are often located in Estuaries, Mangrove Swamps and Tidal Flats.

Biting Midge