Pseudocaeciliidae
- Pronunciation
- /soo-doe-see-il-ee-id-ee/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Pseudocaeciliidae
- Plural
- Pseudocaeciliidae
Definition
A family of insects belonging to the order Psocodea (formerly part of Psocoptera), also known as booklice or barklice, not characterised by their wing venation and resemblance to caeciliids.
Etymology
From Greek 'pseudos' meaning 'false', and 'caeciliidae', referring to a group of similar but distinct insects.
Example
Pseudocaeciliidae are often found in humid environments.