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Crane Fly with Proboscis
Limonia (Geranomyia) sp.
16.7177, -92.6152
Field Notes
Description:
A very small Crane Fly of the Family Limoniidae. It is another of the rather rare kind with a long proboscis instead of the usual snout. It was hanging from the roof of a porch.
Habitat:
Semi-urban area on the outskirts of San Cristobal de Las Casas, 2,200 meters.
Notes:
While many if not most Crane Flies do not feed as adults, the species of Limonia (subgenus Geranomyia) feed on nectar using their long proboscis.
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Spotted for Missions
Photographed
PublishedMarch 26, 2013
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