Valenzuela Barklouse vs Common Barklouse
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Valenzuela Barklouse | Common Barklouse |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Valenzuela flavidus | Cerastipsocus venosus |
| Order | Psocoptera | Psocoptera |
| Family | Caeciliusidae | Psocidae |
| Size | 2.0-3.0 mm | 4.0-6.0 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, North America, Asia | North America |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Not Evaluated |
Valenzuela Barklouse
A common yellowish barklouse found on a wide range of trees and shrubs. It is one of the most abundant psocids in temperate regions.
Did You Know?
This species is so common that it appears in almost every barklouse survey conducted in Europe.
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.