caddisfly: Media
insect
Images
A cased caddisfly larva (Potamophylax rotundipennis) rocking a case made...
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An underwater caddisfly larva with a case largely formed of plant matter.
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As larvae, caddisflies hide themselves in silken tubes covered with twigs or pebbles.
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Interactives
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