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American Giant Millipede

Narceus americanus

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Field Notes

Description:

A giant american millipede, curled tightly and excreting orange defense fluids.

Habitat:

Found in leafy forest floor after churning up dark, moist dirt. It was a moderate day, not too cool for November.

Notes:

We find so many of these in our yard! Did you know that millipedes are herbivores?

Reference Links:

Millipede - Narceus americanus - Overview, Narceus americanus

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