New Zealand Caddisfly vs Neotropical Backswimmer
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | New Zealand Caddisfly | Neotropical Backswimmer |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Olinga feredayi | Buenoa antigone |
| Order | Trichoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Conoesucidae | Notonectidae |
| Size | 8-12 mm | 5-9 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | New Zealand | Brazil, Argentina, Uruguay, Paraguay |
| 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.
Neotropical Backswimmer
A small aquatic bug that swims upside-down using its long oar-like hind legs. Its pale ventral surface provides camouflage when viewed from below against the sky.
Did You Know?
It carries a silvery air bubble on its belly that functions like a physical gill, extracting dissolved oxygen from the water.