Net-spinning-caddisflies

Guides

• Diplectrona

  diplectronan caddisflies

  Diplectrona is a genus of net-spinning caddisflies in the family Hydropsychidae, containing over 100 described species distributed across multiple continents. The genus exhibits considerable morphological diversity in both larvae and adults, with larvae inhabiting various lotic freshwater habitats. Recent studies have revealed cryptic diversity within currently recognized species, particularly in North America, suggesting the genus requires taxonomic revision. Species occur in Asia, Europe, North America, and other regions, with new country records continuing to be documented.

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• Hydropsychidae

  Net-spinning Caddisflies

  Hydropsychidae, commonly known as net-spinning caddisflies, is a family of aquatic insects in the order Trichoptera. Larvae construct silk nets at the openings of their retreats to capture food particles from flowing water. The family is globally distributed in freshwater habitats and serves as important bioindicators of stream health. Larvae exhibit unique behaviors including territorial defense through stridulation and competitive interactions for retreat ownership.

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