
Community identification
Pill millipede
Glomeris marginata
- Order & Family
- Order Glomerida, Family Glomeridae
- Size
- Typically ranges from 8 to 20 millimeters in length.
Natural Habitat
Found in damp deciduous woodlands under logs, stones, and leaf litter.
Diet & Feeding
Detritivore feeding primarily on decaying organic matter, leaf litter, and rotting wood.
Behavior Patterns
Rolls into a tight, protective spherical ball when disturbed and can secrete a noxious chemical defense.
Risks & Benefits
Harmless to humans; benefits the ecosystem by accelerating decomposition and soil nutrient recycling.