Marbled Sedge vs Mother of Pearl Caddisfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Marbled Sedge | Mother of Pearl Caddisfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Hydropsyche contubernalis | Mystacides azurea |
| Order | Trichoptera | Trichoptera |
| Family | Hydropsychidae | Leptoceridae |
| Size | 12-18 mm | 7-10 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Omnivores | Detritivores |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, Asia |
| 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.
Mother of Pearl Caddisfly
A small iridescent caddisfly with long antennae and pearly blue-green wings. It swarms in large mating flights over lakes and slow rivers.
Did You Know?
The iridescent wing scales of this caddisfly create a shimmering blue-green appearance unique among the Trichoptera.