Cinnamon Sedge vs Forestfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Cinnamon Sedge | Forestfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Limnephilus lunatus | Nemoura cambrica |
| Order | Trichoptera | Plecoptera |
| Family | Limnephilidae | Nemouridae |
| Size | 11-15 mm | 6-9 mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Forests |
| Diet | Detritivores | Detritivores |
| Regions | Europe | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Cinnamon Sedge
A medium-sized caddisfly with warm cinnamon-brown wings bearing a crescent-shaped pale marking. Common near still waters throughout Europe.
Did You Know?
This species is remarkably tolerant of poor water quality and is often one of the last caddisflies remaining in polluted waters.
Forestfly
A small brown stonefly associated with forested Welsh and British streams. Nymphs have distinctive cervical gills and feed on leaf detritus.
Did You Know?
The species was first described from specimens collected in Wales, giving it the name cambrica.