Nemotaulius hostilis
This record describes Nemotaulius hostilis (species). Recorded family: Limnephilidae. Recorded order: Trichoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Nemotaulius hostilis (Nemotaulius hostilis) is a species in the family Limnephilidae, commonly known as northern caddisflies, belonging to the order Trichoptera (Caddisflies). It is classified within the subfamily Limnephilinae, tribe Limnephilini, suborder Integripalpia, superfamily Limnephiloidea. This species belongs to the genus Nemotaulius.
Identification notes
Scalloped wings are distinctive
Wikipedia reference for Nemotaulius hostilis: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nemotaulius_hostilis.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Trichoptera (Caddisflies)
- Suborder
- Integripalpia
- Superfamily
- Limnephiloidea
- Family
- Limnephilidae (Northern Caddisflies)
- Subfamily
- Limnephilinae
- Tribe
- Limnephilini
- Genus
- Nemotaulius
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Diet and Behavior
Life History
Larvae live in ponds and make tube-cases from leaves and twigs
About Caddisflies: the wider group
Order-level background for Trichoptera, the group containing Nemotaulius hostilis. 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 Nemotaulius hostilis (3)
Photo credits: Contributed by Tony DiTerlizzi; Additional contributions by metrioptera
Frequently Asked Questions About Nemotaulius hostilis
What is Nemotaulius hostilis?
Nemotaulius hostilis is a species in the family Limnephilidae, within the order Trichoptera.
How do you identify Nemotaulius hostilis?
Scalloped wings are distinctive
What is the life cycle of a Nemotaulius hostilis?
Larvae live in ponds and make tube-cases from leaves and twigs