Dicromantispa Mantidfly vs American Grannom
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Dicromantispa Mantidfly | American Grannom |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dicromantispa sayi | Brachycentrus americanus |
| Order | Neuroptera | Trichoptera |
| Family | Mantispidae | Brachycentridae |
| Size | 18-28 mm wingspan | 9-13 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Eastern North America | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Dicromantispa Mantidfly
A brown mantidfly found across eastern North America in forested habitats. Named after the eminent entomologist Thomas Say.
Did You Know?
Females lay thousands of eggs on stalks, but only larvae that find spider egg sacs survive.
American Grannom
A case-building caddisfly whose larvae attach their cases to rocks in fast current and filter-feed. Cases are chimney-shaped and built from silk and plant fragments.
Did You Know?
Larvae can switch between filter-feeding and scraping algae depending on current speed.