What type of lice primarily resides in clothing but feeds on humans?

Body lice are the type of lice that primarily reside in clothing and feed on humans. Unlike head lice, which are found on the scalp and directly in the hair, body lice live in the seams of clothing and only come into contact with the host's skin to feed. This behavior is typically associated with poor hygiene and overcrowded living conditions, where clothing may not be changed or washed regularly. Body lice can also transmit diseases, including typhus and trench fever, further highlighting their role as a pest that affects not only individuals but potentially larger populations. The other types of lice, such as head lice, crab lice, and pubic lice, are specific to areas of the body or types of hair and do not inhabit clothing in the same way.