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Common booklouse Liposcelis

Adult booklouse or psocid

Size: Less than 1mm

Shape: Rounded oval 

Colour: Adults are pale brown, nymphs are white

Antennae: Extremely long and thin

Distinguishing features: There are hundreds of species of booklice, Liposcelis has a large head, translucent legs and no wings.

Damage: Adults and nymphs will eat damp paper and books.

Often found on: Paper and books in warm, damp conditions.

Individual booklice do little damage, but in large numbers damage can be extensive.
Drawing of Liposcelis
Booklice adults and nymphs

Common booklouse Liposcelis

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Drawing of Liposcelis
Booklice adults and nymphs