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Psocids are small insects that feed on fungi, algae, and detritus, with some species also consuming household items like grains and book bindings.
Psocids are small insects that feed on fungi, algae, and detritus, with some species also consuming household items like grains and book bindings. They have chewing mandibles, large compound eyes, and can spin silk from glands in their mouth. Psocids can lay eggs in crevices or on foliage, and their young go through multiple molts before reaching adulthood. Some species of psocids can be pests of stored products, but most are woodland insects with little interaction with humans. Psocids play a role in ecosystems by aiding in decomposition and some species can bore into wood to create habitats for other organisms.