Cinnamon Caddis vs Mother of Pearl Caddisfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Cinnamon Caddis | Mother of Pearl Caddisfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ceratopsyche morosa | Mystacides azurea |
| Order | Trichoptera | Trichoptera |
| Family | Hydropsychidae | Leptoceridae |
| Size | 10-14 mm | 7-10 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Detritivores |
| Regions | North America | Europe, Asia |
| 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.
Mother of Pearl Caddisfly
A small iridescent caddisfly with long antennae and pearly blue-green wings. It swarms in large mating flights over lakes and slow rivers.
Did You Know?
The iridescent wing scales of this caddisfly create a shimmering blue-green appearance unique among the Trichoptera.