LEPTOCERIDAE (family) (Stick Caddis)

A family within the Order Trichoptera

ADULTS: moth-like, but with membranous wings; short-lived

LARVAE: aquatic, slow-moving, and living within constructed case of various kinds

Identification guide for larvae: The Waterbug App. This is a very helpful guide for identifying aquatic invertebrates - including larval insects such as caddisflies. The App is free, and available for iOS and Android devices.