Australian Caddisfly vs Western Grannom Caddis
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Australian Caddisfly | Western Grannom Caddis |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Triplectides australis | Brachycentrus occidentalis |
| Order | Trichoptera | Trichoptera |
| Family | Leptoceridae | Brachycentridae |
| Size | 10-16 mm | 9-12 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Australia | Europe |
| 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.
Western Grannom Caddis
A widespread European caddisfly forming mass emergences in spring on alkaline rivers. Larvae build four-sided tapering cases and filter-feed in riffles.
Did You Know?
Spring Grannom hatches on English chalk streams can darken the sky with millions of emerging adults.