Mother of Pearl Caddisfly vs Great Grey Sedge
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Mother of Pearl Caddisfly | Great Grey Sedge |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Mystacides azurea | Arctopsyche grandis |
| Order | Trichoptera | Trichoptera |
| Family | Leptoceridae | Hydropsychidae |
| Size | 7-10 mm | 20-30 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Mountains |
| Diet | Detritivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
Great Grey Sedge
One of the largest net-spinning caddisflies in North America with a wingspan over 40 mm. Larvae build robust catch-nets in powerful mountain torrents.
Did You Know?
Larvae are partially predatory, consuming small invertebrates trapped in their nets alongside organic debris.