CIS1169

December 19, 2021

Pill bugs and sow bugs are multilegged insects attracted to moist places. They are relatively harmless though can be nuisances if they accidently wander into your house. Stay ahead of any infiltrations by learning what they look like, their biology and feeding habits, and effective management strategies if intolerable numbers begin to enter your home.

Authors: Edward John Bechinski, Frank W. Merickel, Brad Stokes

2,100 words

Originally published November 2009; revised November 2021.