Loving Barklice
Philotarsidae
Classification
- Phylum: Arthropoda
- Subphylum: Hexapoda
- Class: Insecta
- Order: Psocodea
- Suborder: Psocomorpha
- Infraorder: Homilopsocidea
- Family: Philotarsidae
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Philotarsidae: //fɪloʊˈtɑːrsɪdiː//
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Summary
Philotarsidae (Loving Barklice) is a family of Psocodea with several species present in various genera. It includes genera such as Aaroniella, Abelopsocus, and Philotarsus. The family is characterized by small size and is part of the diverse Psocomorpha suborder.
Physical Characteristics
Adults range from 2 to 3.5 mm in length, with nymphs measuring 2 to 3 mm.
Distribution
Approximately 8 species in 3 genera are found in our area; around 140 species total across 7 genera globally.
Evolution
Philotarsidae is closely related to the family Pseudocaeciliidae, both within the infraorder Philotarsetae.
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Tags
- Philotarsidae
- Psocodea
- Loving Barklice
- insects
- barklice