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Hydropsychidae caddisfly larvae are aquatic larvae that live in rivers and streams. They are easily identified by their many branched filamentous gills on their abdomen. 

Here are some other characteristics of Hydropsychidae larvae: 

They are slender and aquatic

They have a segmented abdomen that is usually hidden within a protective case

They have chewing mouthparts on their head

They have three pairs of legs at the front of their body

They can create silk, which they use to make cases

They have hardened skin on their head and on three thoracic segments

They lack wing pads or visible antennae

Hydropsychids are common in many of the world's streams, and some species can be found on the shorelines of freshwater lakes. Larvae of hydropsychids construct nets at the open ends of their dwellings, which is why they are called "netspinning caddisfly". 

Hydropsychidae larvae spend most of their life hiding in their retreats, waiting for food to get caught in their nets. The food they catch is mostly tiny bits of organic debris.

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Thread Semperfli Nano Silk 30D (white or beige)
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Ribbing Danville Monofilament Thread (.006)
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Head & Thoracic Segments Kiley's Nymph Skin (natural latex)
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Abdomen Kiley's Nymph Skin (natural latex)
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Gills Hareline Ostrich Marabou (Sand)
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Legs Golden Pheasant Center Tail barbs
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Waterproof Marker Copic Markers (Black, Brown, Sand, Sea Green)
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