The Tasimiidae is a family of Trichoptera, erected in 1968 (Riek). The family is found in Australia and Chile.
Characteristics
All members are identified by the following characteristics:
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head rounded, eyes bulging
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head and pronotum sclerotised
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pronotum with anterolateral corners rounded or acute
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posterior flange broad or narrow
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mesonotum with pair of large sclerites
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metanotum with 2 pairs of small sclerites
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abdomen with strongly developed lateral fringe of setae
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abdominal gills present
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Total length: 5 to 6 mm
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Case: Dorsoventrally flattened made of small stones, with ventral opening
Genera
