Caddisfly
The Caddisfly, in the order Trichoptera, is found in and
around streams, lakes, and ponds. The larvae, also called Caddis worms,
construct portable cases of twigs or pebbles that are fastened together with
silk. Two of the three most common cases are either videotaped of photographed.
We couldn't get a good picture of the third case. The larvae construct cases not
only for protection but also for camoflauge. The larvae look catterpillar-like
and are about 15 millimeters in length. The adults have two very long antennae
and no apparent tails.The Caddis fly lifetime is about 1 year. Most of that time
is spent as a larvae. The four main growth stages of a Caddisfly are the egg,
larvae, pupa, and adult. Stream-living larvae construct tiny silk nets and feed
on the materials caught in them.
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