Crane Fly (Giant)

Tipula maxima is a species of true cranefly. Scientific Name: Tipula maxima Range: Europe Size: Body to 4 cm, wingspan to 7 cm Status: Common ID Notes: Slender body with extremely long, fragile legs and patterned wings. Behavior / Notes: One of Europe's largest flies. Adults do not feed. Larvae ('leatherjackets') feed in damp soil.