Ancient Barklice

Archipsocidae

Classification

Phylum: Arthropoda
Subphylum: Hexapoda
Class: Insecta
Order: Psocodea
Suborder: Psocomorpha
Infraorder: Homilopsocidea
Family: Archipsocidae

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Archipsocidae: /ɑːr.kɪpˈsɒsɪdiː/

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Summary

The Archipsocidae is a family of barklice in the order Psocodea, noted for their relatively small number of species but significant distribution across the tropics, with certain species being viviparous.

Physical Characteristics

Members of the family Archipsocidae are characterized by their reduced wing venation.

Distribution

Tropics worldwide, with 5 species in 2 genera identified in our area.

Reproduction

Some species are viviparous.