Sand Fly Caddis vs Imperial Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Sand Fly Caddis | Imperial Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Glossosoma intermedium | Eacles imperialis |
| Order | Trichoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Glossosomatidae | Saturniidae |
| Size | 6-9 mm | 80-135 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Woodlands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | North America | Eastern North America, Mexico, Central America, South America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Sand Fly Caddis
A small caddisfly whose larvae build distinctive tortoise-shell-shaped stone cases. They are important grazers on algae-covered stream rocks.
Did You Know?
Glossosoma larvae abandon and rebuild their dome-shaped cases each time they need to move to a new grazing site.
Imperial Moth
A large moth with bright yellow wings variably marked with purple-brown spots and patches. It is one of the most recognizable saturniids in the Americas.
Did You Know?
The imperial moth has declined dramatically in the northeastern United States, likely due to parasitic flies introduced for gypsy moth control.