Mothlike Caddisfly vs Trumpet-Net Caddis
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Mothlike Caddisfly | Trumpet-Net Caddis |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Triaenodes bicolor | Polycentropus flavomaculatus |
| Order | Trichoptera | Trichoptera |
| Family | Leptoceridae | Polycentropodidae |
| Size | 10-14 mm | 10-15 mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Detritivores | Omnivores |
| 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.
Trumpet-Net Caddis
A caddisfly whose larvae spin trumpet-shaped silk nets to trap prey. It is common throughout European rivers and lakes.
Did You Know?
Its trumpet-shaped capture net funnels prey into a waiting chamber where the larva ambushes them.