Psilotreta rufa
(Hagen, 1861)
mortarjoint casemaker
Psilotreta rufa is a of caddisfly (order Trichoptera) in the Odontoceridae, commonly known as the mortarjoint casemakers. The species was described by Hagen in 1861. Like other members of its family, larvae construct distinctive case coverings using mineral materials. The species occurs in North America, though specific ecological details remain poorly documented in available literature.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Psilotreta rufa: /ˈpsɪl.oʊˌtrɛt.ə ˈruː.fə/
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Distribution
North America (Nearctic region). Specific records indicate presence across the continent, though detailed range boundaries are not well established in accessible sources.