Dark-Horned Casemaker vs Mother of Pearl Caddisfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Dark-Horned Casemaker | Mother of Pearl Caddisfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Psilotreta labida | Mystacides azurea |
| Order | Trichoptera | Trichoptera |
| Family | Odontoceridae | Leptoceridae |
| Size | 10-14 mm | 7-10 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Detritivores | Detritivores |
| Regions | North America | Europe, Asia |
| 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.
Mother of Pearl Caddisfly
A small iridescent caddisfly with long antennae and pearly blue-green wings. It swarms in large mating flights over lakes and slow rivers.
Did You Know?
The iridescent wing scales of this caddisfly create a shimmering blue-green appearance unique among the Trichoptera.