20 Lesser-Known Facts About Animals That Are Utterly Adorable

Most of us have superficial information about animals and their lives. Some of us just care about the cute and beautiful animals. But, scientists have estimated that there are about 8.7 million species of plants and animals in existence, however, only around 1.2 million of them have been identified and described so far (most of which are insects). This means that millions of other organisms remain a complete mystery.

Turns out a little bug we don't think of much is one of the best protectors of soil ever imaginable. New Study Shows "Rollie Pollies" Remove Heavy Metals From Soil And Protect Groundwater. Pill bugs play an important role in the cycle of healthy plant life. They return organic matter to the soil so it can be digested further by fungi, protozoans and bacteria. This process produces a natural supply of nitrates, phosphates and other vital nutrients that plants need to thrive now and in future growing seasons. Thank You To These Little Helpers.