Demoiselle vs Bizarre Caddisfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Demoiselle | Bizarre Caddisfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Calopteryx haemorrhoidalis | Lepidostoma togatum |
| Order | Odonata | Trichoptera |
| Family | Calopterygidae | Lepidostomatidae |
| Size | 45-48 mm | 8-11 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Predators | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, Africa | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Demoiselle
A Mediterranean damselfly with deeply pigmented wings and metallic body coloration.
Did You Know?
Males defend stream territories and perform dramatic wing-clapping courtship flights.
Bizarre Caddisfly
A North American case-building caddisfly with square-sectioned cases made of leaf bits. Adults have a distinctive hairy appearance around the head.
Did You Know?
Male adults have bizarre modified maxillary palps that give the family its common name.