Tipula vernalis

Cranefly

Tipula vernalis, Cranefly. A medium to large Cranefly, or Daddy long-legs. Found in damp, grassy places. Larvae are leatherjackets and live in the soil. Adults are short lived. This species has bright green eyes.


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Tipula vernalis, Cranefly
Cranefly in grass
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Cranefly in grass
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Tipula vernalis, Cranefly
Cranefly in grass
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Tipula vernalis, Cranefly
Habitat

Photograph detail


Slide 1: Tipula vernalis, Cranefly. Adult on damp grassland. Redmire pastures. May.


Slide 2: Tipula vernalis, Cranefly. Adult on damp grassland. Redmire pastures. May.


Slide 3: Tipula vernalis, Cranefly. Adult on damp grassland. Redmire pastures. May.


Slide 4: Tipula vernalis, Cranefly. Habitat. Redmire pastures. May.