Trogiomorpha
- Pronunciation
- /TROH-jee-oh-MOR-fuh/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Trogium
- Plural
- Trogiomorpha
Definition
A suborder of booklice within the order Psocoptera, characterized by their small size and association with stored products.
Etymology
From Greek 'trogios', meaning 'gnawing', and 'morphe', meaning 'form'.
Example
Trogiomorpha are often found in warehouses and homes where they feed on mold and organic debris.
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Usage Notes
Trogiomorpha are sometimes difficult to distinguish from closely related groups without microscopic examination.