Giant Case-Builder Caddis vs Violet Copper
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Giant Case-Builder Caddis | Violet Copper |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Phryganea bipunctata | Lycaena helle |
| Order | Trichoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Phryganeidae | Lycaenidae |
| Size | 18-25 mm | 24-30 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe | Northern and central Europe, Siberia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
Giant Case-Builder Caddis
A large caddisfly with spotted wings found in northern and central Europe. Larvae construct conspicuous helical cases from plant material in weedy waters.
Did You Know?
Its larvae are among the few caddisflies known to actively prey on other aquatic invertebrates.
Violet Copper
A tiny butterfly whose males display a vivid violet-purple sheen over coppery-orange wings. It is one of Europe's rarest and most localised coppers.
Did You Know?
It is so rare in western Europe that individual colonies receive specific conservation management plans.