Crane Fly Leg

Damp environments, meadows, and gardens near water sources

Larvae (leatherjackets) eat roots and decaying organic matter; adults typically do not eat or drink nectar.

Legs are extremely fragile and part of an 'autotomy' defense mechanism where the insect sheds a limb to escape predators.

Harmless to humans; larvae can be garden pests but serve as a vital food source for birds and bats.