Seven-spotted Ladybird vs Green Sedge
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Seven-spotted Ladybird | Green Sedge |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Hippodamia variegata | Rhyacophila dorsalis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Trichoptera |
| Family | Coccinellidae | Rhyacophilidae |
| Size | 3-5 mm | 10-14 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Seven-spotted Ladybird
A small, variably marked ladybird that is an important predator of aphids in agricultural settings. Often found in open, dry habitats. Less well-known than the common seven-spot.
Did You Know?
Despite sharing a similar common name, this species is more tolerant of hot, dry conditions than the familiar seven-spot ladybird.
Green Sedge
A free-living caddisfly larva that does not build a case, instead roaming the streambed as an active predator. Adults have greenish wings.
Did You Know?
Unlike most caddisflies, green sedge larvae are caseless predators that hunt like underwater wolves among the stream cobbles.