Myopsocidae

Pearman, 1936

mouse-like barklice

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Myopsocidae is a of mouse-like barklice in the infraorder Psocetae, order Psocodea. The family contains approximately 8 and at least 180 described . Members are closely related to Psocidae and share similar wing venation patterns. They are distinguished from Psocidae by having three-segmented . The family was established by Pearman in 1936.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Myopsocidae: /maɪˌɒpsoʊˈsaɪdiː/

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Identification

Distinguished from the closely related Psocidae by the three-segmented (Psocidae have two-segmented tarsi). Wing venation is similar between the two families and not useful for separation. The broad shape contributes to the 'mouse-like' appearance referenced in .

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Appearance

Small, soft-bodied insects with broad . Wing venation similar to that of Psocidae. composed of three segments (diagnostic feature distinguishing from Psocidae, which have two-segmented tarsi). Body form described as 'mouse-like' in overall appearance.

Distribution

Global distribution with records across multiple continents based on GBIF occurrence data. Specific range boundaries not well documented in available sources.

Similar Taxa

  • PsocidaeClosely related with similar wing venation; distinguished by having two-segmented versus three-segmented tarsi in Myopsocidae

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Genera

The includes eight recognized : Gyromyus, Lichenomima, Lophopterygella, Mouldsia, Myopsocus, Nimbopsocus, Smithersia, and Thorntonodes

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