Austin French

Chances are that when you think about a sow bug, it will match the description of Armadilidium vulgare. This species goes by many names, including the Common pill bug, Doodle bug, Potato bug, and the roly-poly. Out of all the isopods, this is the most intensely studied terrestrial species.  Isopods are not insects but arthropods …

(image credits, IG:monkeytailedskinks) With “rubber ducky” in the name, it isn’t much of a surprise that any species belonging to Cubaris isopods are deemed cute. They’re also a bit rarer than other pill bugs as they were only recently discovered. But why are they named the Rubber Ducky isopod? These insects sport the typical dark …

Although not the most traditional pet, isopods have increased in popularity due to their simplified care and exceptional janitorial abilities, Dairy Cow isopods are no different. These little pill bugs are capable of ridding a terrarium of the natural waste leftover from other animals you may house. Dairy Cow isopods, or Porcellio laevis, are among …

If you’ve ever visited a zoo, chances are that you have laid your eyes upon the towering giraffe. Taking the title as the world’s tallest mammal, these animals are usually loved by the public. With such unique features, it’s no wonder that they make a spectacle. But why do they have such long necks? And …

Have you ever heard of a kid going out into their backyard to find a small, scale-covered friend? Perhaps you were that little explorer. One relatively harmless critter to catch while out in the sun was a lizard. But, did you ever stop to think about what they ate, how they found their food, or …