Saddle-Case Caddisfly vs Broad-faced Sweat Bee
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Saddle-Case Caddisfly | Broad-faced Sweat Bee |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Glossosoma conformis | Lasioglossum platycephalum |
| Order | Trichoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Glossosomatidae | Halictidae |
| Size | 6-9 mm | 7-9 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Omnivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | North America | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
Saddle-Case Caddisfly
A small caddisfly whose larvae build distinctive saddle-shaped cases from tiny stones. When it pupates, it cuts the case free from the rock and seals itself inside.
Did You Know?
Saddle-case caddisfly larvae graze algae so efficiently that they can create visible clean patches on otherwise algae-covered stream rocks.
Broad-faced Sweat Bee
A rare and distinctive European furrow bee with an unusually broad, flattened head. It nests in sandy or gravelly soils and has become scarce throughout much of its range.
Did You Know?
Its flattened head shape is thought to be an adaptation for more efficiently excavating nest tunnels in compacted sandy soil.