Mothlike Caddisfly vs Claret Dun Mayfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Mothlike Caddisfly | Claret Dun Mayfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Triaenodes bicolor | Leptophlebia vespertina |
| Order | Trichoptera | Ephemeroptera |
| Family | Leptoceridae | Leptophlebiidae |
| Size | 10-14 mm | 8-12 mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Detritivores | Detritivores |
| Regions | Europe | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Mothlike Caddisfly
An elegant caddisfly with pale straw-colored wings and long antennae found near still waters. Larvae build slender spiral cases from plant fragments and swim actively.
Did You Know?
Triaenodes larvae are unusual among caddisflies in being strong swimmers, propelled by their fringed hind legs.
Claret Dun Mayfly
A dark-winged mayfly that emerges in the evening over still and slow-moving waters.
Did You Know?
It is a key food source for brown trout during spring evening rises.