Camelopsocus hiemalis
This record describes Camelopsocus hiemalis (species). Recorded family: Psocidae. Recorded order: Psocodea.
Identification and Appearance
Male with pale brown wash posterior to pterostigma and in cellCu2.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Psocodea (Barklice, Booklice, and Parasitic Lice)
- Suborder
- Psocomorpha
- Family
- Psocidae (Common Barklice)
- Subfamily
- Psocinae
- Tribe
- Ptyctini
- Genus
- Camelopsocus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
chaparral vegitation
Geographic Range
California recorded from Riverside County
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Camelopsocus hiemalis Mockford 1984
About Barklice, Booklice, and Parasitic Lice: the wider group
Order-level background for Psocodea, the group containing Camelopsocus hiemalis. Species-specific details appear above.
Group overview
Psocodea includes ~11,000 described species of booklice, barklice, and parasitic lice. Booklice (Psocoptera) are among the most common household insects, thriving in humid environments where they feed on mold and fungi.
Ecological role of the group
Barklice are important decomposers that feed on algae, lichens, and fungi on tree bark. They help recycle nutrients in forest ecosystems. Parasitic lice have co-evolved with their hosts for millions of years, providing insights into host evolutionary history.
Economic and practical significance of the group
Head lice (Pediculus humanus capitis) affect an estimated 6-12 million children aged 3-11 in the U.S. annually (CDC). The U.S. lice treatment market is valued at over $1 billion per year.
Recorded sources for this group: CDC, dermatology research, entomology textbooks. Imported estimates may describe particular regions or reporting periods.
Photos of Camelopsocus hiemalis (3)
Photo credits: Contributed by Diane Young; Additional contributions by v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Camelopsocus hiemalis
What is Camelopsocus hiemalis?
Camelopsocus hiemalis is a species in the family Psocidae, within the order Psocodea.
How do you identify Camelopsocus hiemalis?
Male with pale brown wash posterior to pterostigma and in cellCu2.
Where is Camelopsocus hiemalis found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | chaparral vegitation |
| Range | California recorded from Riverside County |