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Caddisfly
| Anna M. Sanchez |
Velarde Elementary |
| 2nd Grade |
Velarde, NM |
| Common Name: |
Caddisfly |
| Class: |
Insecta |
| Order: |
Trichoptera |
| Genus & Species: |
Tradenodes spp |
| Physical Description: |
Adults have brown wings. Larva lives in case.
3/8 inches. |
| Range: |
Southwest & West Coast |
| Habitat: |
Aquatic plants in ponds |
| Food: |
Plants |
| Lifecycle: |
Complete metamorphosis-4 stages |
| Winter Survival: |
As a nymph |
| Lifespan: |
Unknown |
| Adaptations: |
Lives in a case to survive |
| Sleep Cycle: |
Diurnal |
| Niche: |
Prey |
| Role to Humans: |
Beneficial |
| Population: |
Common |
| Interesting Facts: |
Stones and sticks put together for a home |
| Sources: |
A Golden Guide to Insects |
Expressive Drawing
Scientific Drawing
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