Bug Identifier
Millipede
Community identification

Millipede

Diplopoda (Class level)

Order & Family
Order Julida / Family Julidae (likely)
Size
10mm to 50mm for common garden species.
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Natural Habitat

Damp environments, leaf litter, soil, and under rocks or logs.

Diet & Feeding

Detritivores; they primarily eat decaying organic matter, rotting leaves, and wood.

Behavior Patterns

Slow-moving, nocturnal, and often curl into a tight spiral when threatened to protect their soft underside.

Risks & Benefits

Harmless to humans as they do not bite or sting; beneficial to ecosystems by breaking down organic matter, though some species release a mild defensive liquid that can irritate skin or eyes.