Long-horned Caddisfly vs Tan Spotted Sedge
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Long-horned Caddisfly | Tan Spotted Sedge |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Mystacides longicornis | Hydropsyche instabilis |
| Order | Trichoptera | Trichoptera |
| Family | Leptoceridae | Hydropsychidae |
| Size | 7-10 mm body | 11-15 mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Detritivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe | Europe |
| 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.
Tan Spotted Sedge
A medium-sized caddisfly whose larvae construct net retreats in fast-flowing upland streams. Adults are tan with spotted wings.
Did You Know?
Larvae aggressively defend their net territories from neighboring caddisflies.