Lauterbornia is a genus of midges in the bloodworm family (
Chironomidae). Members of this genus live in cold water lakes in
stenothermal or limited temperature change areas.[2][3]Lauterbornia coracin is known for inhabiting
oligotrophic or nutrient-depleted cold lake waters in the
Northern Hemisphere.[3][4]
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