Common striped woodlouse
A species of Philoscia, Also known as Striped woodlouse Scientific name : Philoscia muscorum Genus : Philoscia
Common striped woodlouse, A species of Philoscia
Also known as:
Striped woodlouse
Botanical name: Philoscia muscorum
Genus: Philoscia
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Description
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Description
The common striped woodlouse can be found in Europe and North America. This shy insect tends to hide under rocks in damp places where it rests unless a curious hiker disturbs it. Its other nickname is "fast woodlouse," hinting at the incredible speeds this insect can reach during the warmer months of the year.
Colors
Brown
Yellow
Gray
Habitat
litter under hedgerow; under damp wood log
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Scientific Classification
Phylum
Arthropods Class
Malacostracans Order
Isopods Family
Isopod crustaceans Genus
Philoscia Species
Common striped woodlouse 
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