Long-horned Caddisfly vs Korean Water Scorpion
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Long-horned Caddisfly | Korean Water Scorpion |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Mystacides longicornis | Laccotrephes japonensis |
| Order | Trichoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Leptoceridae | Nepidae |
| Size | 7-10 mm body | 30-38 mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Detritivores | Predators |
| Regions | Europe | East Asia, Japan/Korea |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Long-horned Caddisfly
A slender caddisfly with antennae three times its body length.
Did You Know?
Its extraordinarily long antennae are held forward during its weak fluttering flight.
Korean Water Scorpion
A flat, leaf-shaped aquatic predator found in Japan and Korea. Despite its name, it is not a true scorpion but a true bug with raptorial forelegs. Breathes through a siphon-like tail appendage.
Did You Know?
The long breathing siphon at the rear works like a snorkel, allowing the water scorpion to breathe while remaining submerged and hidden among leaf litter.