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bug identification

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Posted by Lucy Aron on September 10, 2011 at 7:48 PM
bug identification
Might someone ID this insect? Thanks.

lucy
Posted by Buck Ward on September 10, 2011 at 8:28 PM
I grew up calling these mosquito hawks, but the real name is crane fly (tipula spp.) or stilt bug (Jalysus spp.)
Posted by Ron Dudley on September 10, 2011 at 8:56 PM
Agree with Buck's ID. Savannah Sparrows love'em.
Posted by Charlie Baugh on September 10, 2011 at 9:37 PM
I believe they are a staple for most birds. And we can be grateful for that or we would be breathing them. Great shot Ron.
Posted by Lucy Aron on September 11, 2011 at 10:00 AM
Thanks a ton all. And yes fabulous shot, Ron.


lucy
Posted by Dan Borzynski on September 13, 2011 at 6:06 PM
Also, check out bugguide.net for ids. The site can be a bit hard to navigate for beginners but with some knowledge, it is probably the best online resource for North American insects.