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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