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North American Millipede

Narceus americanus

Photo by Dan Doucette
Published on Project Noah
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Field Notes

Description:

It has a nearly cylindrical gray body, reaching a length of 4 inches (100 mm).
When threatened, they sometimes curl up or release a noxious liquid that contains large amounts of benzoquinones which can cause dermatological burns. This fluid may irritate eyes or skin.

Habitat:

temperate forest

Notes:

I spotted this while hiking in Short hills provincial park.

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