Woodlouse

Damp, dark environments such as beneath logs, stones, leaf litter, and in rotting wood. Frequently found in basements or crawl spaces indoors.

Detritivore feeding primarily on decaying organic matter, rotting wood, and fungi.

Nocturnal and terrestrial crustacean that breathes through pseudolungs requiring moisture. They curl into a partial ball when disturbed for defense.

Harmless to humans, do not bite or transmit disease. Beneficial for soil health by accelerating decomposition and nutrient cycling.