Long-horned Caddisfly vs Water Scorpion
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Long-horned Caddisfly | Water Scorpion |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Mystacides longicornis | Nepa cinerea |
| Order | Trichoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Leptoceridae | Nepidae |
| Size | 7-10 mm body | 18-22 mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Detritivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, Asia |
| 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.
Water Scorpion
A flat aquatic bug that lurks in shallow water resembling a dead leaf. It breathes through a long tail-like siphon that breaks the water surface.
Did You Know?
Despite its name and scorpion-like raptorial forelegs, the water scorpion is a weak swimmer and instead ambushes prey from vegetation.