Insects

The European crane fly is a long-legged insect frequently mistaken for an oversized mosquito. The adult looks alarming but does not bite, sting, or damage … Read More

The phantom crane fly is one of North America’s most unusual-looking insects. Its slender body, extremely long legs, bold black-and-white markings, and slow floating movement … Read More

A giant crane fly is a large, long-legged fly that many people mistake for a giant mosquito. Despite its alarming size, it is not a … Read More

The name “daddy long legs” can be confusing because people use it for different creatures. In some places, especially the UK, a daddy long legs … Read More

Crane flies look like giant mosquitoes, but they are mostly harmless as adults. The real problem is usually their larvae, called leatherjackets, which can damage … Read More

Crane flies look like giant mosquitoes, so many people worry when they see one flying around a porch light, window, bathroom, or bedroom. But the … Read More

Crane flies look like giant mosquitoes, but their diet is very different. Most adult crane flies eat very little, and many do not feed much … Read More

Crane flies in the family Tipulidae are often mistaken for giant mosquitoes because of their long legs, narrow bodies, and weak flying style. However, these … Read More

Crane fly larvae are the immature stage of crane flies, the long-legged insects often called “daddy longlegs,” “mosquito hawks,” or “mosquito eaters.” The larvae are … Read More

Crane flies and mosquitoes are often confused because both have long legs, narrow bodies, and delicate wings. Many people call crane flies “mosquito hawks,” “mosquito … Read More