Control of Pillbugs

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Pillbugs
Armadillilium vulgare

Color:  dark brown to black
Legs:  seven pair
Shape:  oval; round when rolled up
Size:  3/4"
Antennae:  yes
Flight:  no

Habitat

These insects are scavengers that feed mainly on decaying organic matter. They thrive in areas of high moisture and tend to hide during the day. Outdoors, they can be found under mulch, compost, boards, stones, and other objects resting on the damp ground. They can invade crawl spaces, basements, thresholds, and other areas close to your foundation. If found indoors, it often means large numbers outdoors. They will die without moisture, so they will often search out areas under sinks, in damp basements, and other areas were they can find moisture.

Health Risks

They do not bite, sting, or transmit disease.  

Property Damage

Rollie pollies are a nuisance by their presence because they often infest your home in large numbers. They do not infest food, clothing, or wood.

Prevention

Seal cracks around your foundation, windows, and doors. Often, you have to reduce the number of Pillbugs or sow bugs outside, to keep them from migrating inside your home.

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For information on how to eliminate rollie pollies, we recommend…

CB 80 Aerosol
Conquer liquid
Talstar PL Granuales Yard

See other occasional invader insect species:

Earwigs     |    Fleas    |    Indian Meal Moth     |   Merchant Grain Beetles    |    Pillbugs

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