atropidae

Meaning

A taxonomic family of psocids, commonly known as booklice, characterized by their small size and tendency to inhabit damp areas or feed on mold in old books.

Examples

• The classification of the specimen into the family Atropidae was confirmed by the microscopic examination of its wing structure.
• Many species within the Atropidae family are frequently found in libraries where they consume the starch in book bindings.