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Pill bug

Armadillidium vulgare

Photo by MartinL
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Field Notes

Description:

A terrestrial isopod (crustacean) with the well known ability to curl into a tight ball when threatened. They have 14 legs.

Habitat:

Under fallen branches.

Reference Links:

Woodlouse, Slaters and Pill Bugs - Isopoda | Insect Gallery

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