Finger-net Caddisfly vs Little Sister Sedge
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Finger-net Caddisfly | Little Sister Sedge |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Philopotamus montanus | Cheumatopsyche campyla |
| Order | Trichoptera | Trichoptera |
| Family | Philopotamidae | Hydropsychidae |
| Size | 10-14 mm | 7-10 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Rivers & Streams |
| 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.
Little Sister Sedge
A small net-spinning caddisfly widespread in warm-water streams. Larvae tolerate moderate enrichment better than most Hydropsychidae.
Did You Know?
Larvae vibrate their bodies to increase water flow through their catch-nets.