Finger-net Caddisfly vs Bazaar Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Finger-net Caddisfly | Bazaar Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Philopotamus montanus | Musca sorbens |
| Order | Trichoptera | Diptera |
| Family | Philopotamidae | Muscidae |
| Size | 10-14 mm | 5-7 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Woodlands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe | Africa, South Asia, Southeast Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Finger-net Caddisfly
A medium caddisfly with golden-brown wings. Larvae spin finger-shaped silken nets in fast-flowing water to capture ultrafine particles of organic matter.
Did You Know?
Its silk nets have an incredibly fine mesh, filtering particles as small as one micrometer.
Bazaar Fly
A tropical fly that feeds on eye and wound secretions, spreading trachoma. It is a major public health concern in developing tropical countries.
Did You Know?
It is the primary mechanical vector of trachoma, the world's leading infectious cause of blindness.