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What flying insect looks like a mosquito but has a long stinger in southern Georgia?
They Are "Crane Flies" creepy, but harmless
What are the insects that resemble giant mosquitoes?
The insects that resemble giant mosquitoes are called crane flies. They are often mistaken for mosquitoes due to their similar appearance, but they do not bite or feed on blood like mosquitoes do.
Can a crane fly bite?
No, crane flies (from the Tipulidae family) do not bite. While crane flies resemble large mosquitoes, the adults have non-piercing mouthparts (unlike mosquitoes) and only feed on nectar or not at all.However, there are insects that very much resemble mosquitoes and crane flies that can bite or sting. The Ichneumon Wasp is one such insect and is said to be capable of inflicting a painful sting if it feels threatened.
What are those big flies that look like mosquitoes called?
The big flies that look like mosquitoes are called crane flies.
Is a mosquito a bug or an insect?
What you are describing is most likely a crane fly. The are commonly mistaken for mosquitoes. Crane flies are much bigger than mosquitoes.
What is a crane fly, and how does it resemble a large mosquito?
A crane fly is an insect that looks similar to a large mosquito, but they are not the same. Crane flies have long legs and a slender body, while mosquitoes have shorter legs and a more robust body. Both insects have wings and feed on nectar, but mosquitoes also feed on blood.
What are some common bugs that look like mosquitoes?
Some common bugs that look like mosquitoes include crane flies, midges, and mayflies. These insects may resemble mosquitoes in size and appearance, but they do not bite or feed on blood like mosquitoes do.
Whit is a crane fly?
long-legged slender flies that resemble large mosquitoes but do not bite
What are some insects that look like giant mosquitoes?
Some insects that look like giant mosquitoes include crane flies and gallinippers. These insects have long legs and a similar body shape to mosquitoes, but they are not harmful to humans.
Mosquito looking bug with no wings?
You are most likely referring to a cranefly. See Web Links for an image of the cranefly Depending on where you live, it has different names. I grew up calling it a mosquito hawk. The cranefly, the Montana mosquito and the leatherjacket are other names all for the same insect.
What are some bugs that look like big mosquitoes?
Some bugs that look like big mosquitoes include crane flies, gallinippers, and robber flies. These insects may resemble mosquitoes in size and appearance, but they have different behaviors and characteristics.
What are some bugs that look like giant mosquitoes?
Some bugs that look like giant mosquitoes include crane flies, also known as mosquito hawks, and gallinippers. These insects resemble mosquitoes in size and appearance but are not harmful to humans.
