Caddisfly vs New Zealand Caddisfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Caddisfly | New Zealand Caddisfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Limnephilus rhombicus | Olinga feredayi |
| Order | Trichoptera | Trichoptera |
| Family | Limnephilidae | Conoesucidae |
| Size | 10-15 mm body | 8-12 mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Herbivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe, North America | New Zealand |
| 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.
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.