Image of some Brachycentrus larvae.

Shredders 1. Many crustaceans, stoneflies, true flies, and caddisflies such as these Brachycentrus larvae eat leaves. They reduce whole leaves into smaller particles that are washed downstream. These fine particles eventually become food for collectors. Photo reprinted, by permission, from Skip Hodges.

 

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