Salt and Pepper Microcaddis vs Western Firefly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Salt and Pepper Microcaddis | Western Firefly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Agraylea multipunctata | Microphotus angustus |
| Order | Trichoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Hydroptilidae | Lampyridae |
| Size | 3-4.5 mm body | 8-12 mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Deserts & Drylands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | North America | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
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.
Western Firefly
A rare western North American firefly with larviform females that glow. Males are winged but produce no light.
Did You Know?
It is one of very few firefly species found west of the Rocky Mountains, where most people believe fireflies do not exist.