American Grannom vs Bizarre Caddisfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | American Grannom | Bizarre Caddisfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Brachycentrus americanus | Lepidostoma togatum |
| Order | Trichoptera | Trichoptera |
| Family | Brachycentridae | Lepidostomatidae |
| Size | 9-13 mm | 8-11 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Omnivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | North America | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
American Grannom
A case-building caddisfly whose larvae attach their cases to rocks in fast current and filter-feed. Cases are chimney-shaped and built from silk and plant fragments.
Did You Know?
Larvae can switch between filter-feeding and scraping algae depending on current speed.
Bizarre Caddisfly
A North American case-building caddisfly with square-sectioned cases made of leaf bits. Adults have a distinctive hairy appearance around the head.
Did You Know?
Male adults have bizarre modified maxillary palps that give the family its common name.