The Sow Bug and Pill Bug
Sow bugs and pill bugs are very common in damp places around the yard and are considered a nuisance by gardeners and householders. The pill bugs are so called because of their habit of rolling up into a tight ball when disturbed. The sow bug is considerably larger than the common pill bug and has two prominent tail-like appendages. The sow bug is incapable of rolling itself into a ball. Both feed on decaying plant material.
Treatment and Control:
Moist areas around and along the foundation of a structure make the survival of sow bug and pill bug possible. Elimination of excess moisture conditions and following Dewey Integrated Pest Management (DIPM) 5-step protocol will eliminate these occasional invaders.
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