Zebra Caddis vs Sand-Case Caddisfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Zebra Caddis | Sand-Case Caddisfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Macrostemum zebratum | Sericostoma personatum |
| Order | Trichoptera | Trichoptera |
| Family | Hydropsychidae | Sericostomatidae |
| Size | 15-20 mm | 10-14 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Omnivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Eastern North America | Europe |
| 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.
Sand-Case Caddisfly
A caddisfly whose larvae build smooth, curved cases entirely from fine sand grains cemented with silk. Adults are dark with hairy wings.
Did You Know?
The curved sand-grain cases built by these larvae are so precisely constructed they resemble tiny miniature architectural works.