Marbled Sedge vs Giant Case-Builder Caddis
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Marbled Sedge | Giant Case-Builder Caddis |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Hydropsyche contubernalis | Phryganea bipunctata |
| Order | Trichoptera | Trichoptera |
| Family | Hydropsychidae | Phryganeidae |
| Size | 12-18 mm | 18-25 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Marbled Sedge
A net-spinning caddisfly with distinctly marbled wing patterns. It is common in larger European rivers and is tolerant of moderate levels of organic enrichment.
Did You Know?
Marbled sedge larvae are territorial and will aggressively defend their net-spinning sites from rivals.
Giant Case-Builder Caddis
A large caddisfly with spotted wings found in northern and central Europe. Larvae construct conspicuous helical cases from plant material in weedy waters.
Did You Know?
Its larvae are among the few caddisflies known to actively prey on other aquatic invertebrates.