Millipedes Of North Texas

  • Appearance:
  • Millipedes have a long, cylindrical body composed of numerous segments.
  • Each body segment, except the first three, typically bears two pairs of legs.
  • The number of legs can vary among species, but they generally have between 30 and 400 legs.
  • Millipedes are usually brown or black, and some species have patterns or bright coloration as a warning to predators.
  • Habitat:
  • Millipedes are found in various environments, including forests, gardens, and damp habitats.
  • They thrive in areas with abundant decaying organic matter, as they feed on dead plant material.
  • Diet:
  • Millipedes are primarily detritivores, feeding on decaying leaves, wood, and other organic matter.
  • They play a crucial role in breaking down and decomposing dead plant material, contributing to nutrient cycling in ecosystems.