Seaweed Fly vs Silverhorn Caddisfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Seaweed Fly | Silverhorn Caddisfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Coelopa frigida | Athripsodes cinereus |
| Order | Diptera | Trichoptera |
| Family | Coelopidae | Leptoceridae |
| Size | 5-8 mm | 8-12 mm |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Detritivores | Detritivores |
| Regions | North Atlantic coasts of Europe and North America | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Seaweed Fly
A coastal fly whose larvae develop in rotting seaweed wrack on beaches. It forms massive swarms on strandlines that can annoy beachgoers.
Did You Know?
It is a model organism for studying sexual selection because larger males win more mating contests.
Silverhorn Caddisfly
A delicate caddisfly with silvery-grey wings and very long antennae. It is common near lakes and slow rivers across Europe.
Did You Know?
Silverhorn caddisflies often rest with their long antennae held forward and together, resembling a single horn.