Philotarsus californicus

Mockford, 2007

Philotarsus californicus is a of barklice in the Philotarsidae, described by Mockford in 2007. The species is known from California, USA, where it inhabits forested environments. As a member of the order Psocodea, it is a small, soft-bodied insect associated with tree bark and lichens.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Philotarsus californicus: /ˌfaɪloʊˈtɑːrsəs ˌkælɪˈfɔːrnɪkəs/

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Habitat

Forest environments, associated with tree bark and lichens.

Distribution

California, USA.

Ecological Role

Contributes to nutrient cycling in forest through processing of organic material on tree bark surfaces.

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