Isopod is not kosher according to Jewish dietary law. A crustacean with no fins or scales, so isopod is not kosher (Leviticus 11:9-12).

What is the scientific name of Isopod?

The scientific name of Isopod is Isopoda.

Does Isopod have fins and scales?

Isopod does not meet the requirement of having both fins and removable scales. Leviticus 11:9-12 requires fish to have both fins and scales to be considered kosher.

Can I eat Isopod sushi or sashimi?

No. Since Isopod is not kosher, it should not be consumed in any preparation, including sushi or sashimi.

Where can I find more information about whether Isopod is kosher?

KosherFish.co references the Orthodox Union (OU) and Chabad lists of kosher and non-kosher fish. For specific halachic questions, consult your local Orthodox rabbi.

Isopod

Isopoda

Not Kosher

No fins or scales

Fins No

Scales No

Description

Isopods are a large group of crustaceans living in oceans, fresh water, and on land, where the familiar pillbugs and woodlice belong. Marine species range from tiny scavengers to the giant isopods of the deep sea.

Isopod in foreign languages

Scientific	Isopoda
Hebrew	שווה-רגלאים
Yiddish	איזאפאד
Arabic	متساويات الأقدام
Spanish	Isópodos
Portuguese	Isópodos
French	Isopode
Italian	Isopode
German	Asseln
Greek	Ισόποδα
Russian	Равноногие
Turkish	Eşbacaklılar
Chinese	等足目
Japanese	ワラジムシ目
Korean	등각류
Bengali	আইসোপোডা
Vietnamese	Bộ Chân đều
Thai	ไอโซพอด

Warnings & Kosher Issues

An isopod is a crustacean, so it is not kosher.
All crustaceans are non-kosher under Jewish law.