Booklice

Natural Habitat

Damp, warm environments such as paper, books, cardboard, wallpaper paste, and stored grains with high moisture content.

Diet & Feeding

Microscopic mold, fungi, algae, and organic starches found in book bindings or wallpaper paste.

Behavior Patterns

They are nocturnal and gregarious, preferring dark areas. They reproduce rapidly in humid conditions and are known for a 'skittering' movement when disturbed.

Risks & Benefits

They do not bite humans or pets and do not spread disease, but they are considered a nuisance pest that can indicate high humidity or mold issues in a home.

Identified on: 12/28/2025