Mosquitoes and crane flies are often confused for one another because they look similar at first glance, and they live in ...

Crane fly larvae are part of the natural ecosystem, which means they’re food for some animals and insects like skunks, birds, ground beetles, and fungi. Crane flies can cause significant damage ...

DEAR JOAN: I’ve noticed that there are hardly any crane flies, also known as mosquito hawks. Anyone else report this? Shags Walnut Creek DEAR SHAGS: I haven’t heard from anyone else on the ...

Crane flies, also known as mosquito hawks, can grow to over 2 inches long with a 3-inch wingspan. A closer inspection would reveal lots of differences beyond size but, at a glance, a crane fly looks ...

Crane flies may look like large mosquitoes, but they don't bite. Learn more about these abundant insects, including their usual habitats and the impact they have on the environment.

This insect looks like a great big mosquito, but it isn't. It is only a harmless crane fly. There are many kinds and sizes of crane flies and the one shown here is one of the largest in North America.

Name: Tipula oleracea and Tipula paludosa. Alias: Common crane fly, European crane fly, mosquito hawk, or skeeter eater. Although crane flies have the title of “mosquito hawk” none of them ...