Salt and Pepper Microcaddis vs Finger-net Caddisfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Salt and Pepper Microcaddis | Finger-net Caddisfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Agraylea multipunctata | Philopotamus montanus |
| Order | Trichoptera | Trichoptera |
| Family | Hydroptilidae | Philopotamidae |
| Size | 3-4.5 mm body | 10-14 mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | North America | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Salt and Pepper Microcaddis
A very small caddisfly with speckled wings found in algae-rich ponds and lakes across North America. Larvae build tiny purse-shaped cases. One of the smallest caddisfly species.
Did You Know?
Builds one of the smallest insect cases known, a tiny purse-shaped structure barely visible to the naked eye.
Finger-net Caddisfly
A medium caddisfly with golden-brown wings. Larvae spin finger-shaped silken nets in fast-flowing water to capture ultrafine particles of organic matter.
Did You Know?
Its silk nets have an incredibly fine mesh, filtering particles as small as one micrometer.