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Family Armadillidiidae

Description:

The Armadillidiidae is a family of small land-dwelling crustaceans commonly known as pill bugs or roly-polies. They belong to the order Isopoda and are characterized by their ability to roll up into a ball when threatened, providing them with protection.

Senses and Usages:

1. In Biology:

   In biology, the family Armadillidiidae refers to a taxonomic family that includes various species of pill bugs. These small crustaceans can be found in gardens, under rocks, or in other moist environments.

   Sample Sentence: The family Armadillidiidae is known for its unique ability to roll into a ball for protection.

2. As Pets:

   As pets, some people keep armadillidiidae species, such as the common pill bug, in small terrariums as fascinating and low-maintenance pets.

   Sample Sentence: My daughter loves her pet armadillidiidae and enjoys watching it roll up into a ball.

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• Pill Bug Terrarium
• Isopoda Biology Book