Finger-net Caddisfly vs Great Grey Sedge
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Finger-net Caddisfly | Great Grey Sedge |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Philopotamus montanus | Arctopsyche grandis |
| Order | Trichoptera | Trichoptera |
| Family | Philopotamidae | Hydropsychidae |
| Size | 10-14 mm | 20-30 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Mountains |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe | North America |
| 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.
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.