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Common Name: Crane fly; Scientific Name: Varies; Order: Diptera ... Crane fly larvae feed primarily on decomposing organic matter. Adults do not feed. They commonly occur in moist environments such as woodlands, streams and flood plains although some species inhabit open fields, dry rangeland and even desert environments.
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insects.tamu.edu/fieldguide/bimg215.html
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For the average lawn, crane flies are rarely a problem. Read what we've found in our Lake Whatcom crane fly surveys. ... There are many misconceptions about the crane fly. They don't bite, suck blood, or carry diseases....
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whatcom.wsu.edu/cranefly/
whatcom.wsu.edu/cranefly/
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Crane Fly Frequently Asked Questions ... This page contains questions that are commonly asked about crane flies. Feel free to ask more (ask a question)! Check back often! What is a crane fly?; There are many kinds of crane flies. In the Pacific Northwest, we have many native crane flies that are beneficial decomposers...
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whatcom.wsu.edu/CraneFly/faq.htm
whatcom.wsu.edu/CraneFly/faq.htm
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This website contians information about the Crane Flies of Pennsylvania. ... Carnegie; Museum of Natural ... Content by Chen Young...
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iz.carnegiemnh.org/cranefly/
iz.carnegiemnh.org/cranefly/
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They may be distinguished with other large crane fly in our area by their polished body coloration. A very few species of Tipula (Nobilotipula) also have polished body; the characters used to separate them apart are listed under Nephrotoma pedunculata.
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iz.carnegiemnh.org/cranefly/tipulinae.htm
iz.carnegiemnh.org/cranefly/tipulinae.htm
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There are several species of crane fly in this area. In order to effectively control them, you must know the exact species so you can properly counterattack ...
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lakewhatcom.wsu.edu/gardenkit/UnWantedPests/Cranefly.ht...
lakewhatcom.wsu.edu/gardenkit/UnWantedPests/Cranefly.htm
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The adult crane fly has two large, clear wings, and delicate, gangly legs. It is usually orange in colour with a pointy abdomen. Unlike its cousin the mosquito, the crane fly has a jerky flight that makes it look like it can’t fly very well at all.
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www.kidfish.bc.ca/crane_fly.htm
www.kidfish.bc.ca/crane_fly.htm
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Tipulidae oleracea; (Crane Fly or Daddy Longlegs) ... Crane fly larvae may also appear in thatch. They normally live in damp earth, and so it is only in old, damp, mossy thatched roofs that they can thrive.
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www.the-piedpiper.co.uk/th6g.htm
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