Mother of Pearl Caddisfly vs Tan Spotted Sedge
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Mother of Pearl Caddisfly | Tan Spotted Sedge |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Mystacides azurea | Hydropsyche instabilis |
| Order | Trichoptera | Trichoptera |
| Family | Leptoceridae | Hydropsychidae |
| Size | 7-10 mm | 11-15 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Detritivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | Europe |
| 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.
Tan Spotted Sedge
A medium-sized caddisfly whose larvae construct net retreats in fast-flowing upland streams. Adults are tan with spotted wings.
Did You Know?
Larvae aggressively defend their net territories from neighboring caddisflies.