Cinnamon Caddis vs Malagasy Mud Dauber Wasp
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Cinnamon Caddis | Malagasy Mud Dauber Wasp |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ceratopsyche morosa | Sceliphron madecassum |
| Order | Trichoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Hydropsychidae | Sphecidae |
| Size | 10-14 mm | 20-28 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Farmland |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | North America | Madagascar |
| 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.
Malagasy Mud Dauber Wasp
A striking black and yellow wasp with a dramatically elongated, thread-like petiole connecting the thorax to the abdomen. It constructs tubular mud nests on walls and rock overhangs.
Did You Know?
Each mud cell is stocked with several paralyzed spiders that remain alive as fresh food for the developing wasp larva.