European Crane Fly

HABITAT:

European crane flies prefer moist soils, but have been found in sod farms, turf grass, and grass fields. They thrive in areas that have mild winters and cool summers.

THREAT:

Larvae (leatherjackets) feed on roots of hay, pastures, turf grass, sugar beets, turnips, and carrots, damaging growth of the plants. Larvae also emerge to feed on stems and grass blades on damp, warm nights. Damage can also occur on golf greens from birds pecking out the larvae during the spring.

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REGIONAL DISTRIBUTION:

This species has been found in the region.

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