Confirmation on IDs?

[phiendWMD]

The first one from the middle of the Delaware River. The picture is dated 10/19. It was probably a size 16. From a hatch chart I think it is a tan caddis/spotted sedge.

The second one is from yesterday in the same location. It was a size 14, maybe a 12. I think it is an early brown stonefly.

I would really like to learn to identify bugs on my own. If I'm wrong I think I would prefer to just be told so and keep looking for the correct answer. I am mostly seeking confirmation that I have identified them properly, which I am absolutely not positive about it.

 

[Maurice]

My guess would be based on time of year...October Caddis (cinnamon caddis) and Early Black Stonefly. Looks black not brown to me.

 

[krayfish2]

Based on time of year and pics...

Top one I think is tan sedge (?). Any old tan bodied caddis should match it.

Second is black stone. You might see them from #18 - #14 depending on the stream.