Crane fly

Moist places with vegetation, such as lawns, gardens, woodland edges, and wetlands; adults often gather near lights or buildings.

Adults commonly feed little or not at all; some sip nectar. Larvae feed on decaying plant matter or roots in soil and water.

Harmless, mosquito-like flies with one pair of wings; they do not bite. Larvae develop in damp soil or aquatic habitats before emerging as adults.

Adults pose no meaningful risk to people or pets. Larvae help decompose organic matter, though some species can damage turf or crops.