Cinnamon Sedge vs Tan Spotted Sedge
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Cinnamon Sedge | Tan Spotted Sedge |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Limnephilus lunatus | Hydropsyche instabilis |
| Order | Trichoptera | Trichoptera |
| Family | Limnephilidae | Hydropsychidae |
| Size | 11-15 mm | 11-15 mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Detritivores | Omnivores |
| 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.
Tan Spotted Sedge
A medium-sized caddisfly whose larvae construct net retreats in fast-flowing upland streams. Adults are tan with spotted wings.
Did You Know?
Larvae aggressively defend their net territories from neighboring caddisflies.