Common Barklouse vs Dusty Barklouse
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Common Barklouse | Dusty Barklouse |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cerastipsocus venosus | Lachesilla pedicularia |
| Order | Psocoptera | Psocoptera |
| Family | Psocidae | Lachesillidae |
| Size | 4.0-6.0 mm | 1-1.5 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Indoors |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Fungus Feeders |
| Regions | North America | Worldwide |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
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.
Dusty Barklouse
A tiny psocid commonly found in old books, herbaria, and grain stores. It thrives in dusty undisturbed environments.
Did You Know?
It is a major pest in natural history museum collections worldwide.