Midges, tiny flying insects often mistaken for mosquitoes, are a common nuisance in many parts of the world, especially near bodies of water.

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Midge flies can be active throughout the warmer months, Liesch said. But, in Milwaukee, historical patterns have shown a lot of activity in April and May that tapers off to an extent by the summer.

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Non-biting midges are the tiny flies that swarm together as thick masses around lakes and streams, annoying passers-by in warm weather. But early in a midge's life, it lives in the water. Now ...

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Midges are small flies. Although they look like mosquitoes, with small bodies, long, narrow wings and long, skinny legs, they are not in the mosquito family.