Silver-spotted Ghost Moth vs Little Sister Sedge
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Silver-spotted Ghost Moth | Little Sister Sedge |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Sthenopis argenteomaculatus | Cheumatopsyche campyla |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Trichoptera |
| Family | Hepialidae | Hydropsychidae |
| Size | 60-75 mm wingspan | 7-10 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Root Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Eastern North America | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Silver-spotted Ghost Moth
A large ghost moth from North America with silver-spotted wings. Caterpillars bore into the roots of alder trees, taking two years to develop. Adults emerge for brief nocturnal mating flights.
Did You Know?
Larvae spend up to two years boring through alder tree roots in waterlogged soil before pupating.
Little Sister Sedge
A small net-spinning caddisfly widespread in warm-water streams. Larvae tolerate moderate enrichment better than most Hydropsychidae.
Did You Know?
Larvae vibrate their bodies to increase water flow through their catch-nets.