Caddisfly vs White Miller Caddisfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Caddisfly | White Miller Caddisfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Limnephilus rhombicus | Nectopsyche albida |
| Order | Trichoptera | Trichoptera |
| Family | Limnephilidae | Leptoceridae |
| Size | 10-15 mm body | 8-12 mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Herbivores | Detritivores |
| 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.
White Miller Caddisfly
A small white caddisfly commonly found near lights along eastern North American waterways. Its delicate white wings make it easily recognizable.
Did You Know?
White millers swarm around riverside lights in such numbers that they can create slippery hazards on bridges and roadways.