Woodlouse

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This woodlouse (Philoscia muscorum), sometimes known as the common striped or fast woodlouse, is a common species widespread across the UK and Europe, it is also found in certain of US states and Canada. This species grows to around 11mm with a distinctive dark dorsal stripe and runs quickly when disturbed. Photographed in Somerset, UK, in January.

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Photo credit: © HEATH MCDONALD/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY / Alamy / Afripics
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