What is another word for porcellio?
Pronunciation: [pɔːsˈɛlɪˌə͡ʊ] (IPA) 
The term "porcellio" is a specific genus of crustacean commonly known as woodlice or pillbugs. There are a few different synonyms used to describe crustaceans in this genus based on their geographic location. For example, Porcellio scaber is commonly referred to as the common rough woodlouse or the board louse. Porcellio laevis, which is found in Europe, is also known as the smooth woodlouse. Other synonyms for the term "porcellio" include armadillo bug, sowbug, slater, and roly-poly. Despite these various names, all of these creatures share similar characteristics, such as their small size and their preference for damp environments.
