Thursday, September 18, 2008

Isopod Information

Appearance:


Size: (See picture on right)
Three Body Parts: head, thorax, abdomen
Eyes: Simple Eyes
Legs: Seven Pairs of Legs
Color: Dark Gray to White

Food:

Isopods tend to feed on dead or decaying plants or animals. They can also eat live plants.

Common Habitat:

Isopods need areas that contain high humidity and commonly live inder rocks or logs.

Positive and Negative affects on the Ecosystem:

Positive: Isopods improve soil and remain a food source for other organisms.

Negative: Large populations can damage crops and plants.





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