Sparkling Jewelwing vs Bizarre Caddisfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Sparkling Jewelwing | Bizarre Caddisfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Calopteryx xanthostoma | Lepidostoma togatum |
| Order | Odonata | Trichoptera |
| Family | Calopterygidae | Lepidostomatidae |
| Size | 45-50 mm | 8-11 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Omnivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, Africa | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Sparkling Jewelwing
A southwestern European demoiselle closely related to the Banded Demoiselle. Males have broad dark wing bands and a distinctive yellow underside to the mouth.
Did You Know?
It can be distinguished from the Banded Demoiselle by the yellow underside of its lower lip.
Bizarre Caddisfly
A North American case-building caddisfly with square-sectioned cases made of leaf bits. Adults have a distinctive hairy appearance around the head.
Did You Know?
Male adults have bizarre modified maxillary palps that give the family its common name.