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Book Lice
(Family Psocidae)
Prevalence : Widespread |
- Appearance :
Colorless to gray or light brown, ranging from 1/25 to 1/12
inch long.
Habits :
Prefer to live in damp, warm areas; can be found outdoors in
grass or leaves, and in areas where molds grow.
Diet :
Microscopic molds and starchy materials such as paste and
glues of book bindings and wallpaper.
Reproduction :
Single female produces between 120 to
456 offspring; lifetime averages 24 to 110 days.-
Other Information :
Over 100 species in the U.S., with
only a few species found indoors; may become abundant and
cause damage to books.
Think you have a Book Lice Infestation? : Contact us today
for a free inspection!
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