Salt and Pepper Microcaddis vs Weighted Casemaker
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Salt and Pepper Microcaddis | Weighted Casemaker |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Agraylea multipunctata | Goera pilosa |
| Order | Trichoptera | Trichoptera |
| Family | Hydroptilidae | Goeridae |
| Size | 3-4.5 mm body | 9-13 mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Omnivores | Detritivores |
| 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.
Weighted Casemaker
A caddisfly that attaches heavy ballast stones to the sides of its case for stability. Larvae are found in fast-flowing stony streams.
Did You Know?
The ballast stones can weigh several times more than the larva itself, preventing displacement by floods.