looks like a crayfish with wings!
Posted by ilena corr on August 23, 2007
Q: I believe this insect is a pollinator (by the way it flits around the flowers in my garden). It really does have the same shape as a crayfish making it look like a crayfish with wings. Any idea what it might be? Thank you.
Habitat: suburban/yard
State: New York
Habitat: suburban/yard
A: I'm not sure I know of an insect that looks like a crayfish but your description did make me think of one moth that might be appropriate. The Clearwing Moth does look a wee bit like a crayfish so maybe this is what you've seen. Take a look at this website and see if it resembles what you've had in your garden. Check out www.cirrusimage.com
Hope this helps.
John Wiessinger ( August 25, 2007)
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