What Are Booklice? Many Have Never Heard of Them!
Booklice are group of small, wingless, soft-bodied insects that primarily feed on mold and fungi. They are often attracted to dark, damp places where mold is likely to grow. They’re also known to scavenge for grains, pollen, dead insects, and starchy materials such as wallpaper glue. Certain species of booklice are also considered stored product pests that get into pantries and contaminate foods such as grains, flour, cereal, and pasta.
So, why are they called booklice? As their name suggests, booklice tend to infest places with lots of books, cardboard, and paper, such as libraries and warehouses.
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