Teliapsocus conterminus
This record describes Teliapsocus conterminus (species). Recorded family: Dasydemellidae. Recorded order: Psocodea.
Identification and Appearance
The fine hairs along the front half of the forewing, the big arching cubital Loop (a U-shaped vein on the top-middle of the forewing), and the bicoloured pterostigma are distinctive marks of this species ( comments here ).
Wikipedia reference for Teliapsocus conterminus: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Teliapsocus_conterminus.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Psocodea (Barklice, Booklice, and Parasitic Lice)
- Suborder
- Psocomorpha
- Family
- Dasydemellidae (Shaggy Psocids)
- Genus
- Teliapsocus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
e. and w. NA - Map (GBIF)
Diet and Behavior
Life History
reportedly associated with birch trees
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Teliapsocus conterminus ( Walsh 1863)
About Barklice, Booklice, and Parasitic Lice: the wider group
Order-level background for Psocodea, the group containing Teliapsocus conterminus. 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 Teliapsocus conterminus (3)
Photo credits: Contributed by john and jane balaban; Additional contributions by cotinis , tom murray , Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Teliapsocus conterminus
What is Teliapsocus conterminus?
Teliapsocus conterminus is a species in the family Dasydemellidae, within the order Psocodea.
How do you identify Teliapsocus conterminus?
The fine hairs along the front half of the forewing, the big arching cubital Loop (a U-shaped vein on the top-middle of the forewing), and the bicoloured pterostigma are distinctive marks of this species ( comments here ).
Where is Teliapsocus conterminus found?
Range: e. and w. NA - Map (GBIF)
What is the life cycle of a Teliapsocus conterminus?
reportedly associated with birch trees