Fishfly

Found near freshwater sources like rivers, ponds, and streams where their aquatic larvae develop.

Adults often do not eat or consume only small amounts of nectar/liquids. Larvae (hellgrammites) are predatory, eating small aquatic insects.

Adults are nocturnal and frequently attracted to porch lights. They are weak fliers and have a short adult lifespan focused on mating.

They are harmless to humans and cannot sting. They serve as an important food source for birds and fish and act as bioindicators of water quality.