Sertania Metalmark vs Cinnamon Caddis
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Sertania Metalmark | Cinnamon Caddis |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Sertania circumdata | Ceratopsyche morosa |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Trichoptera |
| Family | Riodinidae | Hydropsychidae |
| Size | 22-28 mm wingspan | 10-14 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | South America | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Sertania Metalmark
Small brown butterfly with orange patches and metallic scaling on the underside. Endemic to the Brazilian cerrado biome.
Did You Know?
Its range is restricted almost entirely to the threatened cerrado savanna biome of Brazil.
Cinnamon Caddis
A medium-sized net-spinning caddisfly with warm cinnamon-brown wings. Larvae build intricate silk capture nets in fast riffles across North America.
Did You Know?
Larvae will aggressively defend their net-building territories against rival caddisfly larvae.