Bug Identifier
Booklouse
Community identification

Booklouse

Liposcelis bostrychophila

Order & Family
Order Psocodea, Family Liposcelididae
Size
1 to 2 millimeters in length.
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Natural Habitat

Found in warm, humid indoor environments such as kitchens, libraries, and bathrooms.

Diet & Feeding

Feeds on microscopic molds, fungi, starchy book bindings, and dry stored food products.

Behavior Patterns

Active runners that cannot jump or fly, often congregating in damp areas during spring and summer.

Risks & Benefits

Harmless to humans and structures, but large numbers can contaminate stored food and indicate excess indoor humidity.