genus porcellio

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Noun genus porcellio has 1 sense

Porcellio, genus Porcellio - Old World genus of isopod crustaceans
--₁ is a kind of arthropod genus
--₁ is a member of Porcellionidae, family Porcellionidae
--₁ has members: sow bug

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Genus Porcellio

Description: The genus Porcellio refers to a diverse group of terrestrial isopods commonly known as woodlice or pill bugs. These small crustaceans belong to the order Isopoda and are characterized by their ability to roll up into a ball as a mode of defense.

Sample Sentences:

The genus Porcellio includes numerous species of woodlice found in various regions around the world.
Porcellio scaber, a species belonging to the genus Porcellio, is commonly seen in gardens and moist habitats.
One interesting behavior exhibited by woodlice from the genus Porcellio is their ability to survive in dry environments by conserving water.

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