Great Grey Sedge vs Autumn Caddisfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Great Grey Sedge | Autumn Caddisfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Arctopsyche grandis | Limnephilus flavicornis |
| Order | Trichoptera | Trichoptera |
| Family | Hydropsychidae | Limnephilidae |
| Size | 20-30 mm | 14-20 mm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Omnivores | Detritivores |
| Regions | North America | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
Autumn Caddisfly
A large autumnal caddisfly with golden-brown wings and yellow antennae. One of the last caddisfly species to emerge each year in temperate regions.
Did You Know?
This species overwinters as an adult in sheltered spots, and mated females delay egg-laying until the following spring.