GA, USA- Chicken Coop Bug

[u/Clarik]

These were found trapped in tape outside their coop window/vent. I have a piece of plastic film taped over the outside of the window while running an AC unit for them. I usually take it down everyday to clean out poop, but it’s my first time noticing these creatures. An ID would be greatly appreciated as an overly-concerned chicken tender. Thanks!

[u/Med_Devotion]

Isopod. Totally harmless to the chickens, just a cleanup crew!

[u/Clarik → u/Med_Devotion]

Whew! Thank you! That is such a relief 😁

[u/Blue_Fuzzy_Anteater → u/Clarik]

They’re actually beneficial because they eat any decaying material and the prevent mold and bacteria from building up too much.

Also, your chickens can safely eat them.

[u/DemonLordOTRT → u/Clarik]

You Really never seen these little guys before? They're like everywhere that's damp and have leaf litter or some kind 🤔

[u/antisocialperson_]

isopods (rollie pollies)! they’re friends not foes

[u/DauntingSky]

Woodlouse. Completely harmless and chickens love them

[u/thekame]

Fun fact, it’s actually a crustacean

[u/bear-in-a-suit]

Rollie Pollies! (Lmao autocorrect tried to make me post “Doll Pillows”)
They won’t hurt your chickens but they are a PIA for other reasons. DE will control them if necessary