Elipsocus obscurus
Mockford, 1980
Elipsocus obscurus is a of damp barklouse in the Elipsocidae, described by Mockford in 1980. It is distributed across Central America and North America, including the United States and Mexico. As a member of Psocodea, it belongs to a group of small, often overlooked insects commonly associated with moist .
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Elipsocus obscurus: /ɛlɪpˈsoʊkəs ɒbˈskjʊərəs/
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Habitat
Associated with damp environments, as indicated by the 'damp barklouse' applied to members of this . Specific microhabitat preferences for this are not documented.
Distribution
Recorded from the United States, Mexico, and Central America. GBIF distribution records confirm presence in USA and Mexico, with broader regional occurrence in Middle America and North America.