Zebra Caddis vs Little Olive Sedge
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Zebra Caddis | Little Olive Sedge |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Macrostemum zebratum | Hydropsyche betteni |
| Order | Trichoptera | Trichoptera |
| Family | Hydropsychidae | Hydropsychidae |
| Size | 15-20 mm | 10-14 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Omnivores | Detritivores |
| Regions | Eastern North America | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
Little Olive Sedge
A common North American net-spinning caddisfly tolerant of a range of water qualities. Larvae build intricate filtering nets in crevices between cobbles.
Did You Know?
Silk nets are species-specific in mesh size, tuned to the preferred food particle diameter.