Can a crane fly bite

No, crane flies (from the Tipulidae family) do not bite. While crane flies resemble large mosquitoes, the adults have non-piercing mouthparts (unlike mosquitoes) and only feed on nectar or not at all.

However, there are insects that very much resemble mosquitoes and crane flies that can bite or sting. The Ichneumon Wasp is one such insect and is said to be capable of inflicting a painful sting if it feels threatened.