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Daddy longlegs are commonly referred to by that name due to their long, slender legs relative to their small bodies. The term is often used to describe two different groups of arachnids: harvestmen (Opiliones) and cellar Spiders (Pholcidae). Their distinctive appearance and the way they move gracefully with their long legs contribute to the nickname. Additionally, the term "daddy longlegs" has become a colloquial name that has persisted in popular culture.
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What is the plural of daddy longlegs?
The plural is simply 'Daddy longlegs', ie, "I saw two daddy longlegs this morning."
How did the daddy-longlegs get its name?
It was the first daddy spider in the world so it's name is daddy longlegs! It also have really really long legs... so yeah
When was Daddy Longlegs - album - created?
Daddy Longlegs - album - was created in 2005.
Are daddy longlegs fictional?
No, they are real. "Daddy Longlegs" or "dandy longlegs" are actually called crane flies. They are long, slender, flying insects with long legs. The "daddy longlegs" or "dandy longlegs" is a nickname for the crane fly. Other nicknames include mosquito hawk, mosquito eater, gallinipper, mayfly, gollywhomper and whapper. The nickname varies depending on country.
Do you capitlize daddy longlegs?
That depends. For the most part, it doesn't matter, but if you are directly addressing a daddy-longleg, you must capitalize it. A Daddy Longlegs is a particular thing, so that would make it a proper noun.
Are daddy longlegs an arthropod?
Yes. They are either crane flies, which are insects, or two other types of arthropod related to spiders. In different places all three are called daddy longlegs.
What is an insect that looks like a spider called?
An insect that looks like a spider is called a "daddy longlegs."
What color are daddy longlegs?
black
Is daddy longlegs the most poisonous British spider?
No. In Britain the expression daddy longlegs only refers to the cranefly - a non-poisonous insect.
What is a spiders cousin?
If you are referring to a common crossword puzzle answer to the question, "What is a spider's cousin?", the answer is DADDYLONGLEGS (daddy longlegs). A daddy longlegs is a colloquial name for an insect called a harvestman or a crane fly. They are a type of fly with the usual 6 legs.
Do daddy longlegs care for their young?
yes they do
What are a group of daddy long legs called?
In the UK, a daddy longlegs is a cranefly.In the US it can also mean two other spider-like arthropods.
