When Do Daddy Long Legs Come out?

You may have noticed that it's prime daddy long legs season. The insects are a type of cranefly which are usually found in homes during the late summer. So if you're scared of them, get ready.

Is Daddy Long Legs season?

Daddy long legs season is late September, however, so this is the time of year you are most likely to see them.

What are Daddy Long Legs attracted to?

Craneflies are usually nocturnal and are often attracted to lights. Unfortunately their legs are only weakly attached to their bodies and often break off. The dull brown larvae, known as leatherjackets, are pests. They feed on plant roots, especially grasses, and can seriously damage crops.