Broad-winged Barklouse vs Reuterella Barklouse
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Broad-winged Barklouse | Reuterella Barklouse |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Psococerastis gibbosa | Reuterella helvimacula |
| Order | Psocoptera | Psocoptera |
| Family | Psocidae | Elipsocidae |
| Size | 3-5 mm | 2.0-3.5 mm |
| Habitat | Parks | Forests |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe | Europe |
| 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.
Reuterella Barklouse
A small barklouse with distinctive pale spots on dark wings found on tree bark. It is common in mixed forests throughout Europe.
Did You Know?
This barklouse is one of the few European psocid species that can be identified in the field by its wing pattern alone.