Lachesilla pacifica
Chapman, 1930
Lachesilla pacifica is a of barklouse in the Lachesillidae, first described by Chapman in 1930. It belongs to the order Psocodea, a group of small, soft-bodied insects commonly known as or booklice. The species has been recorded across a broad geographic range spanning North America, Europe, and parts of Middle America.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Lachesilla pacifica: /lɑːˈkɛsɪlə pəˈsɪfɪkə/
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Distribution
Recorded from France, Switzerland, USA, Canada, and Mexico. GBIF data indicate presence across Europe & Northern Asia (excluding China), Middle America, and North America.
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Taxonomic Note
The epithet 'pacifica' refers to the Pacific region, though the species is not restricted to Pacific coastal areas. The Lachesilla contains numerous species, many of which are difficult to distinguish without microscopic examination.