Psocoptera
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A group of small insects like booklice that have soft bodies and use their mouths to chew
- noun
- /səˈkɒptərə/
- Specialized
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psocóptero
- Psocoptera are commonly known as booklice and are often found in old books or paper goods.
Examples
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Scientists recently discovered a new species within the Psocoptera order in South America.
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The classification and evolutionary relationships of Psocoptera have been debated by entomologists.
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The Psocoptera are often found in damp areas.
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Did you know that Psocoptera feed on mold?
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Researchers studied various species within the order Psocoptera, including booklice found in old books.
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In the library, they discovered that Psocoptera pests can damage paper and other materials.
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Entomologists often focus on Psocoptera because of their unique adaptations and habitats.
Surface Forms
Psocoptera singular
Psocopteras plural
Etymology
Psocoptera comes from Greek parts psoco- meaning 'to gnaw' and -ptera meaning 'wings'. So the name helps you remember small insects like booklice that chew and often have wings.