Mother-of-Pearl Caddis vs Finger-net Caddisfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Mother-of-Pearl Caddis | Finger-net Caddisfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Glyphotaelius pellucidus | Philopotamus montanus |
| Order | Trichoptera | Trichoptera |
| Family | Limnephilidae | Philopotamidae |
| Size | 15-22 mm | 10-14 mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Herbivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Mother-of-Pearl Caddis
A large European caddisfly with translucent wings that shimmer with iridescence. Larvae construct flat cases from pieces of dead leaves.
Did You Know?
Larvae cut leaf pieces into precise rectangles to build their distinctive flat cases.
Finger-net Caddisfly
A medium caddisfly with golden-brown wings. Larvae spin finger-shaped silken nets in fast-flowing water to capture ultrafine particles of organic matter.
Did You Know?
Its silk nets have an incredibly fine mesh, filtering particles as small as one micrometer.