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| Crane Fly |
We have crane flies in Texas, and I grew up thinking they were "giant mosquitoes." These are crane flies. They look sketchy, but apparently, they're harmless. The photo and the following text came from Meta.
Hi...I'm not what you think I am.
I'm a crane fly - people often call me a "giant mosquito," and because of that, many end my life out of fear or disgust. But here's the truth: I don't bite. I don't suck blood. I'm completely harmless.
I don't want to hurt anyone. All I do is sip nectar and help with pollination - just doing my quiet part in the ecosystem.
Please...don't swat me just because I look scary. I'm not a vampire. I'm not a threat. I'm just a misunderstood insect, trying to live.
Now that you know me...maybe next time, let me be. Even the smallest lives deserve kindness. Source: Meta
