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Caddisfly Species Nyctiophylax moestus (Dinky Light Summer Sedge)

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***Dinky Light Summer Sedge
These small caddisflies hatch in such numbers that they can be very important. On page 303 of Caddisflies, Gary LaFontaine tells the story of an experience with this hatch which convinced him and a friend that the conventional "bubble" tie of his sparkle pupa pattern is more effective than the quicker, abbreviated version.  

Where & When


Regions: East, Midwest, West

Time Of Year (?): June


Larva & Pupa Biology


Current Speed: Any, but best in slow streams




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