Sowbugs and pillbugs
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"Contrary to their name, sowbugs and pill bugs belong in the class Crustacea. Thus, they are more closely related to shrimp, crabs and lobsters than insects. These isopods are native to Europe but have been introduced throughout the world. Although they may occasionally invade the home, they normally prefer moist areas outdoors at the soil surface in mulched flowerbeds, leaf litter, grass clippings and other debris around foundations. However, cracks between slabs and porches and in basement walls provide excellent hiding places from which these occasional invaders can enter homes. These pests do not pose an economic or health threat to humans, but some sowbugs occasionally damage roots, fruits, vegetables, or the tender stems of plants. Annoyance from the presence of these invaders inside the home is the main concern with this group of pests." -- first page
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