Snail-Case Caddisfly vs Cinnamon Sedge
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Snail-Case Caddisfly | Cinnamon Sedge |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Helicopsyche mexicana | Limnephilus lunatus |
| Order | Trichoptera | Trichoptera |
| Family | Helicopsychidae | Limnephilidae |
| Size | 5-7 mm | 11-15 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Omnivores | Detritivores |
| Regions | North America, Central America | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Snail-Case Caddisfly
A remarkable caddisfly whose larva builds a coiled sand-grain case resembling a tiny snail shell. Found in warm streams of the American Southwest.
Did You Know?
Cases so closely resemble snail shells that they were originally described as a new genus of freshwater snail.
Cinnamon Sedge
A medium-sized caddisfly with warm cinnamon-brown wings bearing a crescent-shaped pale marking. Common near still waters throughout Europe.
Did You Know?
This species is remarkably tolerant of poor water quality and is often one of the last caddisflies remaining in polluted waters.