Oecetis cinerascens
(Hagen, 1861)
Ashy Long-horned Caddisfly
Oecetis cinerascens is a of long-horned caddisfly in the Leptoceridae, commonly known as the Ashy Long-horned Caddisfly. It is native to North America and was first described by Hagen in 1861 under the basionym Setodes cinerascens. As a member of the Leptoceridae, it possesses the characteristically elongated that give this family its . The species has been documented through over 500 observations on iNaturalist, indicating it is regularly encountered by naturalists.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Oecetis cinerascens: /oʊˈsɛtɪs sɪnəˈræskɛnz/
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Distribution
North America; specifically the Nearctic region. Distribution records confirm presence across North America.
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Taxonomic history
Originally described as Setodes cinerascens by Hagen in 1861, this was later transferred to the Oecetis. The basionym Setodes cinerascens is preserved in taxonomic records.
Observation frequency
As of the latest data, iNaturalist 525 observations of this , suggesting it is among the more frequently recorded caddisfly species in North America.