Cedar Beetle vs Common Barklouse
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Cedar Beetle | Common Barklouse |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Sandalus niger | Cerastipsocus venosus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Psocoptera |
| Family | Rhipiceridae | Psocidae |
| Size | 15-24 mm | 4.0-6.0 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Parasitoids | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | North America | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Cedar Beetle
A parasitoid beetle whose larvae feed on cicada nymphs underground.
Did You Know?
Adults have no functional mouthparts and live only long enough to mate.
Common Barklouse
A large winged barklouse found in herds on tree trunks in eastern North America. It has prominent veined wings and feeds on algae and lichens.
Did You Know?
These barklice form conspicuous herds of up to several hundred individuals that march across tree trunks in unison.