Zebra Caddis vs Turk's Tiger Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Zebra Caddis | Turk's Tiger Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Macrostemum zebratum | Cephalota turcica |
| Order | Trichoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Hydropsychidae | Cicindelidae |
| Size | 15-20 mm | 12-16 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Eastern North America | Turkey, Middle East, Central Asia |
| 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.
Turk's Tiger Beetle
A distinctive tiger beetle found on saline lake shores and mudflats across Turkey and the Middle East. Its pale markings provide camouflage on white salt crusts.
Did You Know?
It thermoregulates by stilting its body high off the scorching salt flat surface on its long legs.