
Community identification
Booklouse
Liposcelis spp.
- Order & Family
- Psocodea, Liposcelididae
- Size
- 1 - 2 mm
Natural Habitat
Damp, warm environments such as behind wallpaper, under floorboards, or in pantries and books.
Diet & Feeding
Starchy materials, mold, mildew, fungi, and insect remains.
Behavior Patterns
Nocturnal and highly sensitive to humidity; they do not fly but move quickly in short bursts.
Risks & Benefits
Harmless to humans as they do not bite or transmit disease, but are considered pests for damaging stored dry goods and paper.