Dark Blue Quill vs Cinnamon Sedge
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Dark Blue Quill | Cinnamon Sedge |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Paraleptophlebia mollis | Limnephilus lunatus |
| Order | Ephemeroptera | Trichoptera |
| Family | Leptophlebiidae | Limnephilidae |
| Size | 6-9 mm | 11-15 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Detritivores | Detritivores |
| Regions | North America | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Dark Blue Quill
A small dusky-winged mayfly of Appalachian headwater streams. Nymphs are slow crawlers among leaf debris in gentle currents.
Did You Know?
It is one of the earliest mayflies to emerge each spring, sometimes hatching when snow still lines the streambanks.
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.