Monday 22 April 2019

Pugs and a Caddis

From last night's catch a couple of pugs for advice and also what I assume is a Caddis with very distinctive markings.



Both pugs had a wingspan of approx. 20mm. The Caddis was 18mm in length excluding the antennae.
Andy Newbold, Sibford Ferris, Oxon.

5 comments:

  1. I would say your caddis is Glyphotaelius pellucidus - male. The wing shape narrows down the possibilities and the markings and timing (slightly early) are correct and it is a common species.

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  2. Not sure about the pugs, Andy. From the photo the second one looks to me like Oak-tree and I would have said the same for the first based on colouring and shape but on that one the discal spot isn't as obvious as I'd expect.

    I agree with Martin on that very distinctive caddis. I had my first pellucidus of the year here on the 18th so they're definitely about now.

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  3. Thank you both for your replies. I don't think I have seen this caddis before.

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  4. Thank you. I do still find the pugs difficult.

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