Soa flaviterminata
This record describes Soa flaviterminata (species). Recorded family: Lepidopsocidae. Recorded order: Psocodea.
Identification and Appearance
Body and wings dark brown with a row of yellow setae at the distal end of forewings.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Psocodea (Barklice, Booklice, and Parasitic Lice)
- Suborder
- Trogiomorpha
- Family
- Lepidopsocidae (Scaly-winged Barklice)
- Subfamily
- Perientominae
- Genus
- Soa
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
circumtropical, adventive elsewhere; in our area, Florida
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Soa flaviterminata Enderlein 1906
About Barklice, Booklice, and Parasitic Lice: the wider group
Order-level background for Psocodea, the group containing Soa flaviterminata. 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 Soa flaviterminata (3)
Photo credits: Contributed by Diane Young; Additional contributions by v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Soa flaviterminata
What is Soa flaviterminata?
Soa flaviterminata is a species in the family Lepidopsocidae, within the order Psocodea.
How do you identify Soa flaviterminata?
Body and wings dark brown with a row of yellow setae at the distal end of forewings.
Where is Soa flaviterminata found?
Range: circumtropical, adventive elsewhere; in our area, Florida