Caddisfly Species Ptilostomis ocellifera (Giant Rusty Sedge)

This very bundant trout stream species is reported to produce excellent nighttime hatches in the Upper Midwest shortly after the Hexagenia limbata mayflies have finished.

This species is often found together with Ptilostomis semifasciata.  

Where & When

Regions: East, Midwest, West
Time Of Year (?): Summer
Preferred Waters: Rivers, lakes, and ponds

Larva & Pupa Biology

Current Speed: Still or slow

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