Longhorn Caddisfly vs Apple Caddis
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Longhorn Caddisfly | Apple Caddis |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Oecetis ochracea | Brachycentrus appalachia |
| Order | Trichoptera | Trichoptera |
| Family | Leptoceridae | Brachycentridae |
| Size | 8-12 mm | 8-12 mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Predators | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Longhorn Caddisfly
A slender caddisfly with antennae much longer than its body. Larvae are unusual among caddisflies in being active predators that hunt in their cases.
Did You Know?
These caddisfly larvae carry their cases while stalking prey like tiny hermit crabs hunting on the lake floor.
Apple Caddis
A caddisfly of Appalachian streams that builds tapered square cases from plant material. Larvae orient their cases facing into the current for filter feeding.
Did You Know?
The square cross-section of the case is thought to reduce drag in fast currents.