Millipedes
Millipedes are commonly known as "thousand leggers". They are
worm-like cylindrical animals with many body segments. Most of the body
segments bear 2 pairs of legs. They range from 1/16" - 4 1/2" long.
They tend to coil up tightly when disturbed and may secrete a foul
smelling fluid.
Millipedes feed on decaying vegetable matter and are often
found under stones, flower pots, boards or similar debris where there
is abundant moisture. Occasionally, after heavy rains or during cold
weather, large numbers of millipedes may migrate into buildings. They
can climb foundation walls and enter homes through any small openings.
These pests are generally more troublesome in wooded or newly developed
areas where decaying vegetation provides excellent food and breeding
resources.
Female millipedes can lay from 20 - 300 eggs singularly or
in clusters in the soil. The eggs hatch in a few weeks and the young go
through 7 - 8 stages before maturing to adults. Adults may live for
several years.
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