Netspinning
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Diplectrona modesta
Diplectrona modesta is a species of netspinning caddisfly in the family Hydropsychidae, first described by Banks in 1908. It is native to North America, with documented occurrences in the Nearctic region including Vermont. The species has been studied for its life history and production dynamics in freshwater stream habitats, particularly in Walker Branch, Tennessee.
Hydropsyche betteni
Common Netspinner
Hydropsyche betteni is a species of netspinning caddisfly in the family Hydropsychidae, described by Ross in 1938. It is one of the most widespread and commonly encountered members of its genus in North America. Like other hydropsychids, the larvae construct fixed capture nets to filter food from flowing water. The species is well-documented in freshwater biomonitoring studies due to its abundance and sensitivity to water quality.
Hydropsyche rossi
netspinning caddisfly
Hydropsyche rossi is a species of netspinning caddisfly in the family Hydropsychidae, described by Flint, Voshell & Parker in 1979. It is found in North America within the Nearctic region. As a member of the genus Hydropsyche, it belongs to a group of caddisflies known for constructing fixed retreats and capture nets to filter food from flowing water.