Loy (left) believes that caring for isopods has taught Evan responsibility and an appreciation for the environment. Photos: The Star/Azlina Abdullah
Evan Leonidas Lim Yit Ming, 12, isn't the kind of boy who keeps cats or rabbits as pets. Instead, his favourite companions are tiny creatures called isopods.
Isopods are a group of small crustaceans, which include the familiar woodlice often spotted in gardens or under damp logs.
