Occasional invaders
Booklice: identification & booklice control
Also known as: psocids, paper lice
Booklice (psocids) feed on mold in humid spaces and new construction. Control is entirely about humidity — dehumidification, ventilation and drying, with spot treatment where needed.
How to identify booklice
- What it looks like
- Tiny soft pale gray or tan wingless insects with bulging eyes.
- Size
- 1/16 inch
- Where you'll find it
- Damp books, cardboard, new drywall, window sills, pantries and bathrooms.
- Commonly confused with
- Head lice do not live on paper; springtails jump, booklice do not.
Signs of booklice in your home
- Tiny crawling specks on windowsills and paper
- Mold or musty smell in the same area
- Activity in new construction
Booklice questions homeowners ask
Do booklice bite people?
No — they feed on mold and mildew and are a humidity indicator, not a health threat.
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