What is another word for book scorpion?
Pronunciation: [bˈʊk skˈɔːpi͡ən] (IPA) 
A book scorpion is a small arachnid that is often found in old books and libraries. Though the name itself may be intriguing, there are several other monikers used to describe this creature. One is pseudoscorpion, as they resemble scorpions but lack the stinger. Another is book louse, as they have a similar appearance to lice, but are not parasitic. Some other terms include (depending on the region) library scorpion or book spider. Despite their ominous-sounding names, book scorpions are actually a helpful pest control as they feed on the booklice and dust mites that can damage books.
