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North American millipede

Narceus americanus

Photo by EagleEye
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Field Notes

Description:

I've never seen a millipede this big. Next to a quarter for size perspective. Seen hiking in Pine Creek Gorge (Pennsylvania Grand Canyon).

Reference Links:

Species Narceus americanus - Narceus americanus/annularis complex - BugGuide.Net

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PublishedAugust 26, 2011

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