New Zealand Caddisfly vs Weighted Casemaker
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | New Zealand Caddisfly | Weighted Casemaker |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Olinga feredayi | Goera pilosa |
| Order | Trichoptera | Trichoptera |
| Family | Conoesucidae | Goeridae |
| Size | 8-12 mm | 9-13 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Rivers & Streams |
| 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.
Weighted Casemaker
A caddisfly that attaches heavy ballast stones to the sides of its case for stability. Larvae are found in fast-flowing stony streams.
Did You Know?
The ballast stones can weigh several times more than the larva itself, preventing displacement by floods.