New Zealand Caddisfly vs Mothlike Caddisfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | New Zealand Caddisfly | Mothlike Caddisfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Olinga feredayi | Triaenodes bicolor |
| Order | Trichoptera | Trichoptera |
| Family | Conoesucidae | Leptoceridae |
| Size | 8-12 mm | 10-14 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Omnivores | Detritivores |
| Regions | New Zealand | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
New Zealand Caddisfly
A stony-cased caddisfly endemic to New Zealand streams. Larvae are important grazers found in virtually all clean New Zealand rivers.
Did You Know?
It is the most commonly encountered caddisfly in New Zealand freshwater surveys.
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.