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what do daddy long legs mean

by Jasper Murphy Published 3 years ago Updated 3 years ago

1 : a small animal like the related spider but with longer more slender legs. 2 : a fly with long legs that resembles a large mosquito but does not bite. More from Merriam-Webster on daddy longlegs.

What do daddy long legs symbolize?

According to an old French peasant legend, seeing a daddy longlegs in the evening is a good thing, foretelling good fortune, happiness, and hope.

Is it good to have Daddy Long Legs in your house?

Granddaddy long legs are actually quite beneficial in your home and garden. They are omnivores with a wide, varied diet. They eat everything from spiders, insects, worms, and snails to bird droppings, and fungus. Think of them as permanent pest control for your yard and garden.May 22, 2020

What are Daddy Long Legs Good For?

Daddy-longlegs are generally beneficial. They have a very broad diet that includes spiders and insects, including plant pests such as aphids. Daddy-longlegs also scavenge for dead insects and will eat bird droppings.Oct 6, 2004

Why do Daddy Long Legs cluster?

Because they don't have venom or spin silk (two traits that make them distinct from spiders), they might cluster together to ward off predators. Daddy longlegs can release a stinky secretion, and if the whole group does this at once, it is more effective.Nov 1, 2018

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