Black Snipefly - Chrysopilus cristatus
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Species Description
Widespread and fairly frequent throughout the UK but mainly in the South. Habitat includes: Damp, shady places near to water and woodland such as stream-sides, pond-sides, woodland etc. Flight period: May to July. Life story: carnivorous, catching other small insects that pass by. The larvae are also carnivorous and live in leaf mould.