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Bark Louse - Metylophorus novaescotiae Habitat: Attracted to a light in a semi-rural area Geotagged,Metylophorus,Metylophorus novaescotiae,Psocoptera,Summer,United States,bark lice,bark louse Click/tap to enlarge Species introCountry intro

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  1. This is really remarkably sharp and well focused for such tiny creature. Have never seen their features so well. Pretty creepy to be honest, like a flying skeleton. Posted 5 years ago
    1. Thanks Ferdy! They are creepy, in a cool way. Posted 5 years ago
      1. Yes, most definitely one of nature's weirdest! Great shot! Posted 5 years ago
        1. Thanks! I love the weirdos ;P Posted 5 years ago

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''Metylophorus novaescotiae'' is a species of common barklouse in the family Psocidae. It is found in Central America and North America.

Similar species: Barklice, Booklice, Etc.
Species identified by Christine Young
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By Christine Young

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Uploaded Jul 6, 2020. Captured Jul 5, 2020 11:15 in 5 East St, New Milford, CT 06776, USA.
  • Canon EOS 90D
  • f/5.6
  • 1/64s
  • ISO640
  • 100mm