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Pillbug

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Field Notes

Description:

Rolls into perfect ball when disturbed. Feeds on decaying organic material.

Habitat:

Dark, damp areas; under logs, rocks, decaying leaves.

Notes:

The name "roly-poly" is widely used due to its ability to roll into a ball. Kids can often be seen rolling them around!

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Good shot. Careful to roll them too much they might sick on you.

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