Kosovo Caddisfly vs Mother of Pearl Caddisfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Kosovo Caddisfly | Mother of Pearl Caddisfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Tinodes lumbardhi | Mystacides azurea |
| Order | Trichoptera | Trichoptera |
| Family | Psychomyiidae | Leptoceridae |
| Size | 6-8 mm | 7-10 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Detritivores | Detritivores |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Endangered | Least Concern |
Kosovo Caddisfly
A caddisfly species new to science described in 2025 from the Lumbardhi i Decanit River in Kosovo. Its discovery highlighted an important but overlooked biodiversity hotspot.
Did You Know?
This species was discovered in a river in Kosovo — its description drew international attention to the Balkans as an overlooked and underexplored insect biodiversity hotspot.
Mother of Pearl Caddisfly
A small iridescent caddisfly with long antennae and pearly blue-green wings. It swarms in large mating flights over lakes and slow rivers.
Did You Know?
The iridescent wing scales of this caddisfly create a shimmering blue-green appearance unique among the Trichoptera.