Crane Fly vs Mosquito: How to Tell the Difference - MosquitoNix®
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Mosquitoes are not pleasant creatures. Not only do they bite humans, but their bites are relentlessly itchy and carry dangerous viruses for humans and animals. You've likely had a bug that looks like a big mosquito sneak into your house at some point. You always know when one has come in because they tend to bang around on your ceilings and walls. These insects may appear intimidating or clumsy, and while many people believe they are giant mosquitoes, they're actually crane flies. There are some similarities between crane flies and mosquitoes, but for the most part, the two flying insects are completely different. With 5,000 species of crane flies and over 3,000 of mosquitoes, chances are good you have seen some of each hanging around your residential or commercial property, though you may have a difficult time telling them apart
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Crane Fly vs Mosquito: How to Tell the Difference - MosquitoNix®
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How Do You Tell the Difference Between Crane Flies & Mosquitos?
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Can you explain the difference between a crane fly and a mosquito