Lepinotus Booklouse vs Broad-winged Barklouse
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Lepinotus Booklouse | Broad-winged Barklouse |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Lepinotus reticulatus | Psococerastis gibbosa |
| Order | Psocoptera | Psocoptera |
| Family | Trogiidae | Psocidae |
| Size | 1.0-1.5 mm | 3-5 mm |
| Habitat | Caves | Parks |
| Diet | Fungus Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, North America | Europe |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
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.
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.