Little Tan Short-Horn Sedge vs Little Sister Sedge
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Little Tan Short-Horn Sedge | Little Sister Sedge |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Glossosoma nigrior | Cheumatopsyche campyla |
| Order | Trichoptera | Trichoptera |
| Family | Glossosomatidae | Hydropsychidae |
| Size | 5-8 mm | 7-10 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Eastern North America | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Little Tan Short-Horn Sedge
A small, abundant caddisfly of eastern North American streams. Larvae build tortoise-shell-shaped cases of fine gravel and are important grazers.
Did You Know?
Grazing by dense populations can visibly reduce algal cover on stream rocks.
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.