Caddisfly larvae represent an important ecological component of nutrient processing and energy flow in lakes and rivers and provide a food source for a variety of aquatic predators, such as trout and other fish (Resh and Rosenberg, 1984; Johansson, 1991; Wiggins, 1996a). What do caddis flies turn into? A caddisflyRead More →
Distribution. Caddisflies are found worldwide, with the greater diversity being in warmer regions. They are associated with bodies of freshwater, the larvae being found in lakes, ponds, rivers, streams and other water bodies. Do caddisflies live in rivers? Both rivers and lakes are home to over 1,200 species of caddisflies,Read More →
Caddisflies build cases that function as protective armor against predators out of a variety of materials in their environment. The results of our study demonstrate that the presence of any case, constructed from even relatively weak materials, provides protection from at least some predators. What are caddisfly cases made of?Read More →
Ten of the 27 orders of in sects have aquatic representatives, but only three-the true flies (the Order Diptera), the caddisflies (the Order Tri choptera) and the mayflies (the Order Ephemeroptera)-incl ude species that are known to be filter feeders. Are caddisflies pests? How Serious Are Caddisflies? These pests areRead More →