White Miller Caddisfly vs Apple Caddis
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | White Miller Caddisfly | Apple Caddis |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Nectopsyche albida | Brachycentrus appalachia |
| Order | Trichoptera | Trichoptera |
| Family | Leptoceridae | Brachycentridae |
| Size | 8-12 mm | 8-12 mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Detritivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | North America | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
White Miller Caddisfly
A small white caddisfly commonly found near lights along eastern North American waterways. Its delicate white wings make it easily recognizable.
Did You Know?
White millers swarm around riverside lights in such numbers that they can create slippery hazards on bridges and roadways.
Apple Caddis
A caddisfly of Appalachian streams that builds tapered square cases from plant material. Larvae orient their cases facing into the current for filter feeding.
Did You Know?
The square cross-section of the case is thought to reduce drag in fast currents.