Broad-winged Barklouse vs Lepinotus Booklouse
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Broad-winged Barklouse | Lepinotus Booklouse |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Psococerastis gibbosa | Lepinotus reticulatus |
| Order | Psocoptera | Psocoptera |
| Family | Psocidae | Trogiidae |
| Size | 3-5 mm | 1.0-1.5 mm |
| Habitat | Parks | Caves |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Fungus Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Broad-winged Barklouse
A large bark louse found on tree trunks across Europe. It has broad wings and a rounded body compared to most psocids.
Did You Know?
It is one of the largest bark lice found in Europe.
Lepinotus Booklouse
A small wingless psocid with a reticulated body surface found in buildings and caves. It tolerates cooler temperatures than most booklice.
Did You Know?
This booklouse is one of the few psocid species regularly found in caves and underground environments.