Toe-winged Beetle vs Cinnamon Sedge
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Toe-winged Beetle | Cinnamon Sedge |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ptilodactyla exotica | Limnephilus lunatus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Trichoptera |
| Family | Ptilodactylidae | Limnephilidae |
| Size | 5-10 mm | 11-15 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Detritivores | Detritivores |
| Regions | South America | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Toe-winged Beetle
A soft-bodied beetle whose larvae are aquatic and breathe through anal gills.
Did You Know?
Adults are attracted to lights at night while larvae remain fully aquatic.
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.