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They look like giant mosquitoes, but don't worry, they don't bite! Infact, adult crane flies don't eat much at all, and some don't eat anything during their short lives. Their larvae, called 'leatherjackets,' feed on the roots of plants and can sometimes cause damage to lawns and gardens.  \nThese interesting insects can be found all over the world and in various habitats. Crane flies like to live near water sources like rivers, ponds, and marshes because their larvae need a moist environment to grow. Depending on the species, they can also be found in forests, meadows, and even deserts! With over 15,000 different species, crane flies are a diverse group of insects that have adapted to live in many different places.  \nThe life cycle of a crane fly is pretty amazing! It all starts with the female laying her eggs in moist soil or water. Once the eggs hatch, the leatherjacket larvae spend most of their time underground, eating roots and decaying plant matter. After a few months, the larvae form a protective case called a pupa, and finally emerge as adult crane flies ready to start the cycle all over again.  \nCrane flies play an important role in their ecosystems and have some unique relationships with humans and other insects. While they don't provide any direct benefits to humans, they do help control the population of other insects by serving as food for birds, spiders, and other predators. Crane flies may look like mosquitoes, but they don't bite or transmit diseases, making them harmless to people. Their main defense is their ability to quickly fly away from danger, but if caught, they can also shed their legs to escape and then regrow them later! So, crane flies are not only fascinating insects with their unique appearances and life cycles, but they also play a valuable role in their ecosystems. Next time you see a crane fly, remember that they're  \nharmless to humans and enjoy observing these interesting creatures!  \nSolve each problem.  \nUse the article to answer the question.  \n1) What is the main defense mechanism of crane flies?  \nA. Their ability to shoot webs B. Their ability to sting  \nC. Their ability to camouflage D. Their ability to quickly fly away  \nfrom danger  \n2) What do crane flies shed to escape danger?  \nA. Their exoskeleton B. Their wings  \nC. Their legs D. Their antennae  \n3) Where do crane flies lay their eggs?  \nA. In moist soil or B. In bird nests C. In the air D. In trees water  \n4) What is the name for crane fly larvae?  \nA. Pupae B. Leatherjackets C. Beetles D. Caterpillars  \n5) Do crane flies bite?  \nA. Only female crane flies bite B. No  \nC. Only certain species of crane flies D. Yes  \nbite  \n6) Where do crane flies like to live?  \nA. Crane flies like to live near water B. Crane flies like to live in caves  \nsources  \nC. Crane flies like to live in trees D. Crane flies like to live in the desert 7) What do crane fly larvae eat?  \nA. Crane fly larvae eat roots and B. Crane fly larvae don't eat anything decaying plant matter  \nC. Crane fly larvae eat meat D. Crane fly larvae eat other insects  \n8) What do crane flies look like?  \nA. They look like giant mosquitoes. B. They look like bees.  \nC. They look like dragonflies. D. They look like small flies.  \n9) Where can crane flies be found?  \nA. They can only be found in tropical rainforests.  \nB. They can only be found in gardens and lawns.  \nC. They can be found in deserts and glaciers.  \nD. They can be found in forests, meadows, and even deserts.  \n10) Do crane flies cause damage to plants?  \nA. They only eat decaying plant matter, so they don't cause any damage.  \nB. They actually help plants grow by providing nutrients to the soil.  \nC. Yes, their larvae can cause damage to lawns and gardens.  \nD. 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