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Armadillidiidae
14 Legs (May vary by bug), 3 body segments, about 1/2 of an inch long, pill shaped, armored body, 2 sets of antennae (only on set is visible though),
Usually in wet and dark places such as under rocks, under logs, under flower pots, etc. Found in most regions of the world.
Armadillidiidae carry the young in a pouch, with about 200 eggs per brood. The eggs hatch in 3 to 7 weeks, and the Armadillidiidae will live for about 2 years. They are nocturnal, these bugs also roll up into a ball when threatened. Some nicknames for the bug are Rolly Pollie, Potato Bug, Sow Bug, and Pill Bug.
Spotted on May 16, 2017
Submitted on May 23, 2017
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