Sow bug (Asellus aquaticus)

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Live Sow Bug (Asellus aquaticus)
Please Note: This is a live marine specimen.

The Sow Bug (Asellus aquaticus), also known as the Beach Borne Sow Bug, is a small isopod commonly found beneath seaweed and debris in intertidal zones. These crustaceans play a vital role in the coastal ecosystem, feeding on decaying organic matter and helping recycle nutrients in the marine environment. Their simple anatomy and adaptive behaviors make them excellent subjects for study in aquatic biology and ecology labs.

Common name: Sow bug, beach borne sow bug
Scientific name: Asellus aquaticus
Locations: Underneath intertidal seaweed on fine substrate
Seasonality: Available year-round
Colors: Black, white, red-brown
Size: ½” – 1”
Collected: By hand
Quantity: Sold by the each

Uses: Ideal for aquariums, classroom observation, aquatic ecology labs, or behavioral studies.

Note: This is a live marine specimen. Natural variations in size, color, and appearance from photos should be expected. If you would like any specimen preserved, please send a request to: info@gulfofme.com

Live Sow Bug (Asellus aquaticus)
Please Note: This is a live marine specimen.

The Sow Bug (Asellus aquaticus), also known as the Beach Borne Sow Bug, is a small isopod commonly found beneath seaweed and debris in intertidal zones. These crustaceans play a vital role in the coastal ecosystem, feeding on decaying organic matter and helping recycle nutrients in the marine environment. Their simple anatomy and adaptive behaviors make them excellent subjects for study in aquatic biology and ecology labs.

Common name: Sow bug, beach borne sow bug
Scientific name: Asellus aquaticus
Locations: Underneath intertidal seaweed on fine substrate
Seasonality: Available year-round
Colors: Black, white, red-brown
Size: ½” – 1”
Collected: By hand
Quantity: Sold by the each

Uses: Ideal for aquariums, classroom observation, aquatic ecology labs, or behavioral studies.

Note: This is a live marine specimen. Natural variations in size, color, and appearance from photos should be expected. If you would like any specimen preserved, please send a request to: info@gulfofme.com

Upper intertidal, beach borne sow bug.

Upper intertidal, beach borne sow bug.

Tidepool Tim says, "Sowbugs and pillbugs are a very popular animal to use in terrariums in school classes. At Gulf of Maine, we do our best to supply whatever specimens our customers are seeking. Though we are known very much for our marine life - we have expanded our collecting to offer species from the woods, fields, streams, wetland, lakes, and forest.  Live earthworms, crayfish, various insects, lichens/mosses, and are all available. Please contact us if you need these specimens for your classes or labs.

Read my blog post to learn where how to catch sow bugs yourself"

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