Common Rough Woodlouse

Damp and dark environments such as under logs, rocks, leaf litter, and in gardens; often found near human structures.

Detritivore; primarily feeds on decaying organic matter, dead plants, and rotting wood.

Nocturnal to avoid dehydration; as a terrestrial crustacean, it breathes through gill-like structures. Unlike pill bugs, this species cannot roll into a complete ball (conglobate) when threatened.

Harmless to humans; highly beneficial to the ecosystem as decomposers that recycle nutrients and improve soil quality.