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Crane Fly

Tipula paludosa

About

Often mistaken for giant mosquitoes but completely harmless. Adults often do not feed at all. Larvae (leatherjackets) live in soil and can be lawn pests.

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Did You Know?

Despite looking terrifying, crane flies are completely harmless β€” they cannot bite or sting. Most adults live just a few days and many never eat at all.