FAMILY : SPHAEROMATIDAE
Sphaeroma terebrans Bate, 1866
This is one of several destructive
isopods that are able to burrow into wood and soft rock. Along with
the Teredo and other burrowing bivalves these animals cause great damage
to wooden structures such
as wharves, oyster leases, etc
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