The first specimens of Belgica antarctica were collected on the Belgian Antarctic Expedition (1897–1899). During this expedition organized by the Belgian Government, Romanian biologist Emil Racoviță collected, among other specimens, a flightless midge and its larvae.
The initial specimens of Belgica antarctica were collected during the Belgian Antarctic Expedition (1897–1899). During this expedition, Romanian biologist Emil Racoviță also discovered other specimens, such as a flightless midge and its larvae.