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wood louse

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  1. woodlouse, wood louse, slaternoun

    any of various small terrestrial isopods having a flat elliptical segmented body; found in damp habitats

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  1. wood louse

    A wood louse is a small, terrestrial crustacean of the order Isopoda, often found in damp, dark habitats such as underneath rocks and logs. They are famous for their ability to roll into a ball when threatened. They feed primarily on decaying plant material and are known for their importance in the decomposition process in the ecosystem. They are also commonly referred to as roly-polies, pill bugs, or potato bugs.

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of wood louse in Chaldean Numerology is: 3

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of wood louse in Pythagorean Numerology is: 3

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