African Giant Millipede (Archispirostreptus Gigas)

Black in colour. Two antennae, two compound eyes, 2 pairs of legs per body segment except for head and tail. Usually 30 to 40 segments, but may have more. One of the largest Millipedes in the world can grow up to 11 inches in length. Males and Females look alike.

Diet

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Longevity in captivity

The longevity in captivity has dramatically reduced over the past 20 years. Click here to read more.

Aviculture/Special Adaptations

Rolls into a ball if disturbed. The setae (barbs) projecting from a Millipede's body help make it unpalatable to anything that attempts to eat it. May secrete a liquid (from glands on the side of each segment) that is dangerous to the eyes and mouth and serves as a repellent against predators.

IUCN Rating - Not threatened

CITES Rating -

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