Dark-Horned Casemaker vs Common Quaker
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Dark-Horned Casemaker | Common Quaker |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Psilotreta labida | Orthosia cerasi |
| Order | Trichoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Odontoceridae | Noctuidae |
| Size | 10-14 mm | 32-38 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Detritivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | North America | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Dark-Horned Casemaker
A North American caddisfly building curved tubular cases from sand grains. Larvae are found in small shaded woodland streams.
Did You Know?
Adults are entirely nocturnal and are rarely seen despite being locally common.
Common Quaker
A drab but very common spring moth attracted to sallow blossom. Variable brown coloring. Named 'quaker' for its plain, modest appearance. Larvae feed on many deciduous trees.
Did You Know?
Named 'Quaker' because its plain brown appearance was compared to the modest dress of the Quaker community.