Lachesilla nubiloides
This record describes Lachesilla nubiloides (species). Recorded family: Lachesillidae. Recorded order: Psocodea.
Identification and Appearance
Forewing marked as in L. nubilis , but paler. Dorsal abdominal rings paler. Male epiproct with two elongate, blunt processes.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Psocodea (Barklice, Booklice, and Parasitic Lice)
- Suborder
- Psocomorpha
- Family
- Lachesillidae (Fateful Barklice)
- Genus
- Lachesilla
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Foliage of shrubs and small trees and dead leaves of cattail.
Geographic Range
Recorded from Oregon, Washington and Montana.
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Lachesilla nubiloides García-Aldrete 1975
About Barklice, Booklice, and Parasitic Lice: the wider group
Order-level background for Psocodea, the group containing Lachesilla nubiloides. 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 Lachesilla nubiloides (2)
Photo credits: Contributed by Diane Young; Additional contributions by v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Lachesilla nubiloides
What is Lachesilla nubiloides?
Lachesilla nubiloides is a species in the family Lachesillidae, within the order Psocodea.
How big is Lachesilla nubiloides?
~4 mm
How do you identify Lachesilla nubiloides?
Forewing marked as in L. nubilis , but paler. Dorsal abdominal rings paler. Male epiproct with two elongate, blunt processes.
Where is Lachesilla nubiloides found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Foliage of shrubs and small trees and dead leaves of cattail. |
| Range | Recorded from Oregon, Washington and Montana. |