Lachesilla perezi
This record describes Lachesilla perezi (species). Recorded family: Lachesillidae. Recorded order: Psocodea.
Identification and Appearance
The male genitalia can be observed with a dissection microsocpe at 60-70X. The structure matches Fig. 19 in the print reference listed below.
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
Dead leaves of banana and miscellaneous vegetation.
Geographic Range
Recorded from New Orleans and Baton Rouge, Louisiana. It is also found in a north-south band through eastern Mexico from Coahuila to Veracruz.
About Barklice, Booklice, and Parasitic Lice: the wider group
Order-level background for Psocodea, the group containing Lachesilla perezi. 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 perezi (4)
Photo credits: Contributed by Diane Young
Frequently Asked Questions About Lachesilla perezi
What is Lachesilla perezi?
Lachesilla perezi is a species in the family Lachesillidae, within the order Psocodea.
How big is Lachesilla perezi?
2.4-2.5 mm
How do you identify Lachesilla perezi?
The male genitalia can be observed with a dissection microsocpe at 60-70X. The structure matches Fig. 19 in the print reference listed below.
Where is Lachesilla perezi found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Dead leaves of banana and miscellaneous vegetation. |
| Range | Recorded from New Orleans and Baton Rouge, Louisiana. It is also found in a north-south band through eastern Mexico from Coahuila to Veracruz. |