Winter Stonefly vs Lepidostoma Caddisfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Winter Stonefly | Lepidostoma Caddisfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Taeniopteryx burksi | Lepidostoma hirtum |
| Order | Plecoptera | Trichoptera |
| Family | Taeniopterygidae | Lepidostomatidae |
| Size | 8-14 mm | 8-12 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Forests |
| Diet | Detritivores | Detritivores |
| Regions | North America | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Winter Stonefly
A dark-colored stonefly that emerges during winter months when few other aquatic insects are active. Adults can be found walking on snow near streams.
Did You Know?
Winter stoneflies are among the very few insects that emerge as adults during the coldest months of the year.
Lepidostoma Caddisfly
A case-building caddisfly that constructs distinctive four-sided cases from leaf fragments. Larvae are important leaf-litter shredders in forest streams.
Did You Know?
Larvae precisely cut leaf pieces into uniform squares to build their characteristic boxy cases.