Phantom crane flies
Scientific name: Ptychopteridae
Phantom crane flies
Scientific name: Ptychopteridae
Description
These ethereal Ptychopteridae are neither phantoms nor do they have any supernatural powers as their nickname might imply. The moniker 'phantom' refers to their delicate, almost transparent wings that give them a ghostly appearance in flight. One fascinating aspect of the Ptychopteridae is their unique larval stage, which is aquatic. Unlike traditional flies, their larvae thrive in wet, marshy environments, making them important indicators of healthy aquatic ecosystems.
Species of Phantom crane flies
Scientific Classification
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