Cinnamon Caddis vs Lepidostoma Caddisfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Cinnamon Caddis | Lepidostoma Caddisfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ceratopsyche morosa | Lepidostoma hirtum |
| Order | Trichoptera | Trichoptera |
| Family | Hydropsychidae | Lepidostomatidae |
| Size | 10-14 mm | 8-12 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Forests |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Detritivores |
| Regions | North America | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Cinnamon Caddis
A medium-sized net-spinning caddisfly with warm cinnamon-brown wings. Larvae build intricate silk capture nets in fast riffles across North America.
Did You Know?
Larvae will aggressively defend their net-building territories against rival caddisfly larvae.
Lepidostoma Caddisfly
A case-building caddisfly that constructs distinctive four-sided cases from leaf fragments. Larvae are important leaf-litter shredders in forest streams.
Did You Know?
Larvae precisely cut leaf pieces into uniform squares to build their characteristic boxy cases.