Australian Caddisfly vs New Zealand Caddisfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Australian Caddisfly | New Zealand Caddisfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Triplectides australis | Olinga feredayi |
| Order | Trichoptera | Trichoptera |
| Family | Leptoceridae | Conoesucidae |
| Size | 10-16 mm | 8-12 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Australia | New Zealand |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Australian Caddisfly
A distinctive Australian caddisfly whose larvae inhabit hollowed-out twigs as portable cases. It is common in forested streams across eastern Australia.
Did You Know?
Larvae hollow out small twigs to create perfectly fitted tubular cases.
New Zealand Caddisfly
A stony-cased caddisfly endemic to New Zealand streams. Larvae are important grazers found in virtually all clean New Zealand rivers.
Did You Know?
It is the most commonly encountered caddisfly in New Zealand freshwater surveys.