Booklice

Natural Habitat

Damp, warm environments such as books, pantries, wallpaper, and areas with high humidity or mold growth.

Diet & Feeding

Microscopic mold, fungi, starches, and organic debris like book bindings or glue.

Behavior Patterns

Fast-moving, wingless insects that frequent dark, moist areas. They undergo simple metamorphosis (egg, nymph, adult) and thrive where moisture levels are high.

Risks & Benefits

They do not bite humans or pets and are not considered dangerous. However, they are nuisance pests that can damage paper products and indicate underlying moisture or mold problems in a building.

Identified on: 12/31/2025