Millipedes

Millipede Centipede

Flameleg Millipede. Photo by melvynyeo. I wasn't sure so I double-checked. Millipedes are classed as arthropods which includes all insects and arachnids. Most other pictures I found showed the legs yellow and bright crimson rather than pink. But I like the composition of this shot. #arthropods #arthropods #project

bugs r so silly :3

Giant African millipedes (Archispirostreptus gigas) are one of the most popular millipede species and are widely available to keep as pets. In fact, they are the largest species of millipedes in the world, reaching a whopping 30 cm when they are adults. And although they are quite easy to keep as pets, these beautiful creatures are often misunderstood and there are not many guides that completely cover how to keep and care for them. In short: Giant African millipedes are large beginner…

Centipedes and Millipedes are arthropods, not technically insects! They are both descended from Arthropleura—a giant millipede-like creature that lived over...

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˚Millipede, Madagascar

Everyone knows millipedes. There are around 12.000 different millipede species in the world known today and they live in almost every corner of the world. They are very popular exotic pet species too. They are often described as long-lived critters. But, how long do they actually live? And where do they come from — or in other words how does the life cycle of millipedes look like. Well, what are you waiting for? Let's find out! Female millipedes lay up to 300 eggs in the soil which will…