Northern Bushtail Caddisfly vs March Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Northern Bushtail Caddisfly | March Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Sericostoma schneideri | Bibio marci |
| Order | Trichoptera | Diptera |
| Family | Sericostomatidae | Bibionidae |
| Size | 11-15 mm | 10-13 mm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Underground |
| Diet | Detritivores | Detritivores |
| Regions | Europe | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Northern Bushtail Caddisfly
A cold-water caddisfly of northern European mountain streams. Larvae build sturdy curved cases from fine gravel and process leaf litter.
Did You Know?
Larvae condition leaf material by allowing fungal colonization before consuming it, much like composting.
March Fly
A common black fly that swarms in large numbers around Saint Marks Day in April.
Did You Know?
Mating pairs fly joined together with the smaller male dangling beneath the female.