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Classification Order: Diptera – true flies Family: Conopodiae

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Phenology an early flyer, found from April to June.

Identification Large cranefly with distictively patterned wings and dark stripes along the sides of the abdomen.

Life Cycle The larvae live in boggy areas and sometimes along stream sides.

Habitatfound in wet woodlands, muddy stream sides, and moist areas of lush vegetation.