Ceraclea resurgens
This record describes Ceraclea resurgens (species). Recorded family: Leptoceridae. Recorded order: Trichoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Trichoptera (Caddisflies)
- Suborder
- Integripalpia
- Superfamily
- Leptoceroidea
- Family
- Leptoceridae (Long-horned Caddisflies)
- Genus
- Ceraclea
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
transcontinental
Seasonal Activity
adults mid-June to late August in AB
Diet and Behavior
Diet: larvae feed on freshwater sponges
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Ceraclea resurgens (Walker 1852)
About Caddisflies: the wider group
Order-level background for Trichoptera, the group containing Ceraclea resurgens. Species-specific details appear above.
Group overview
Trichoptera (caddisflies) includes ~14,500 described species worldwide. Larvae are aquatic and build protective cases from silk, sand, pebbles, and plant material - each species creates a distinctive case design.
Ecological role of the group
Caddisfly larvae are critical food sources for trout and other freshwater fish, making them essential to recreational fishing industries worth billions annually. Their silk is being researched as an underwater adhesive for medical applications.
Economic and practical significance of the group
Caddisfly larvae are among the most important biological indicators of water quality. Their presence or absence in streams is used by the EPA and state agencies to assess pollution levels and ecosystem health.
Recorded sources for this group: EPA, freshwater ecology research. Imported estimates may describe particular regions or reporting periods.
Photos of Ceraclea resurgens (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Robin McLeod; Additional contributions by v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Ceraclea resurgens
Where is Ceraclea resurgens found?
Range: transcontinental
What does Ceraclea resurgens eat?
The diet of the Ceraclea resurgens includes larvae feed on freshwater sponges.
When is Ceraclea resurgens active?
Ceraclea resurgens: seasonal activity - adults mid-June to late August in AB.