Valenzuela Barklouse vs Long-winged Barklouse
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Valenzuela Barklouse | Long-winged Barklouse |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Valenzuela flavidus | Ectopsocus briggsi |
| Order | Psocoptera | Psocoptera |
| Family | Caeciliusidae | Ectopsocidae |
| Size | 2.0-3.0 mm | 2-3 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, North America, Asia | Europe, North America, Australasia |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
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.
Long-winged Barklouse
A widespread bark louse found on tree trunks and dead leaves across Europe and introduced to other continents. It has long narrow wings.
Did You Know?
It has successfully colonized multiple continents through accidental human transport.