What is a millipede?
Millipedes are sometimes called “thousand-leggers” because of their many pairs of legs, but they can actually have anywhere from 30-90+ pairs of legs, depending on the species. The leggiest is Illacme plenipes, which can have more than 333 pairs of legs.
Millipedes
Color:Blackish or brownish, some red, orange or with mottled patterns
Size:1/16 – 4½ ” (2-155 mm)
Legs:alot
Antennae:Yes
Shape:Long, cylindrical and wormlike
Region:Found throughout U.S.
What do millipedes look like?
This pest is usually blackish or brownish in color, but some are also red, orange or with mottled patterns. They are known for having long, cylindrical and wormlike bodies and antenae.