Zebra Caddis vs American Slave-Maker Ant
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Zebra Caddis | American Slave-Maker Ant |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Macrostemum zebratum | Polyergus lucidus |
| Order | Trichoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Hydropsychidae | Formicidae |
| Size | 15-20 mm | 5-7 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Woodlands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Eastern North America | Eastern North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Zebra Caddis
A strikingly patterned net-spinning caddisfly of eastern North American rivers. Larvae build large silken capture nets in warm rivers.
Did You Know?
Its bold zebra-striped wing pattern makes it one of the most visually striking North American caddisflies.
American Slave-Maker Ant
A North American slave-making ant that conducts well-organized raids on Formica colonies. New queens infiltrate host colonies by killing the resident queen.
Did You Know?
During raids, they release propaganda pheromones that cause defending ants to flee or fight each other instead of the raiders.