
Community identification
Booklouse
Liposcelis bostrychophila
- Order & Family
- Psocodea, Liposcelididae
- Size
- 1 to 2 millimeters
Natural Habitat
Found in damp, warm indoor environments such as libraries, pantries, and bathrooms.
Diet & Feeding
Feeds on microscopic molds, fungi, starchy book bindings, and dry stored foods.
Behavior Patterns
Wingless insects that cannot fly, relying on running rapidly to escape disturbance.
Risks & Benefits
Harmless to humans and pets, but high numbers can indicate excessive indoor humidity.