Can roly polies breathe under water?

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2026-03-12 06:15

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Roly polies, or pillbugs, are terrestrial crustaceans that primarily breathe air through gill-like structures. While they can survive short periods submerged in water, they cannot breathe underwater like fish. Prolonged exposure can lead to suffocation, as they need to return to a moist environment to breathe effectively. Therefore, they are not adapted to live underwater.

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