Millipedes

Millipedes
  • Millipedes have two pairs of legs for each body segment. Millipedes are cylindrical in shape and often brown, black or yellowish in color
  • Millipedes are generally harmless. Most will excrete a liquid that has a bad odor if disturbed. They also tend to curl up when frightened.
  • Some species expel a liquid that can cause skin irritation in humans. It is thought that this liquid is possibly toxic to small mammals that feed on millipedes.
  • Millipedes are usually found outside where they eat decaying organic matter. They may also feed upon roots or leaves that are on the ground
  • People can reduce the number of millipedes by dethatching their lawn or removing harborage areas such as rocks, mulch beds or piles of debris.

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