Tag: crane flies

Crane Flies vs. Mayflies: Those “Giant Mosquitoes” Aren’t What You Think

We’re getting a lot of inquiries about mayflies that have recently started swarming in North Texas.You might worry these enormous mosquito-like insects are something sinister. Good news—they’re actually crane flies, a completely normal springtime visitor. You’ve probably heard them called mayflies, mosquito hawks, skeeter eaters, or my personal favorite, “mosquitoes on steroids.” But these inch-long, […]
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Ken Hyatt

Quick Tip: Crane Flies, Mayflies, or Mosquito Hawks?

I’ve been getting a lot of questions this spring about these mega-mosquitoes, which are crane flies. I’ve heard them called mayflies, mosquito hawks, skeeter eaters, and my favorite, mosquito on steroids! Everyone can rest easy; these aren’t some dangerously huge mosquitoes that have descended on North Texas. These inch-long, gangly-legged insects that are sneaking into […]
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