Mayflies
Mayflies (Ephemeroptera) are another group of insects that are commonly mistaken for mosquitoes. Though they do not resemble mosquitoes as closely as some other insects, the fact that they breed in the same aquatic habitat as mosquitoes invariably draws attention to this species from concerned citizens.
Despite how they may look Mayflies do not bite or sting, in fact, they are very important to their local aquatic environment providing food for fish, dragonfly nymphs, and birds.