Dark-Horned Casemaker vs Great Grey Sedge
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Dark-Horned Casemaker | Great Grey Sedge |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Psilotreta labida | Arctopsyche grandis |
| Order | Trichoptera | Trichoptera |
| Family | Odontoceridae | Hydropsychidae |
| Size | 10-14 mm | 20-30 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Mountains |
| Diet | Detritivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | North America | North America |
| 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.
Great Grey Sedge
One of the largest net-spinning caddisflies in North America with a wingspan over 40 mm. Larvae build robust catch-nets in powerful mountain torrents.
Did You Know?
Larvae are partially predatory, consuming small invertebrates trapped in their nets alongside organic debris.