Lepidopsocidae
- Pronunciation
- /LEH-pid-OP-si-DEE/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Lepidopsocid
- Plural
- Lepidopsocids
Definition
A family of psocids (order Psocodea), commonly known as bark-lice or book-lice.
Etymology
The name comes from the Greek words 'lepis' meaning 'scale' and 'psokos' meaning 'gnawed' or 'rubbed'.
Example
Lepidopsocidae are often found in books, libraries, and other sheltered areas.