Caddisfly vs Apple Caddis
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Caddisfly | Apple Caddis |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Limnephilus rhombicus | Brachycentrus appalachia |
| Order | Trichoptera | Trichoptera |
| Family | Limnephilidae | Brachycentridae |
| Size | 10-15 mm body | 8-12 mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Herbivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe, North America | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Caddisfly
Moth-like adults with hairy wings held tent-like over the body. Aquatic larvae are famous architects that build portable cases from silk, pebbles, sand, leaves, and shells.
Did You Know?
Artist Hubert Duprat gave caddisfly larvae gold flakes, pearls, and precious stones — the larvae incorporated them into their cases, creating tiny jeweled sculptures.
Apple Caddis
A caddisfly of Appalachian streams that builds tapered square cases from plant material. Larvae orient their cases facing into the current for filter feeding.
Did You Know?
The square cross-section of the case is thought to reduce drag in fast currents.