Millipedes can climb walls easily and will often enter homes through foundation cracks above ground level. Millipedes are not poisonous, but many species have glands capable of producing irritating fluids that may cause allergic reactions in some individuals. The defensive sprays of some millipedes contain hydrochloric acid that can chemically burn the skin and cause long-term skin discoloration.
The fluid can also be dangerous to the eyes. It is not advisable to handle millipedes with your bare hands. Persons handling millipedes may also notice a lingering odor on their hands. After contact with millipedes, wash hands thoroughly with soap and water until the odor is gone. The solvents ether or alcohol will also help remove the noxious fluid. Centipedes are often called legged worms and have one pair of legs on each of their body segments. All centipede species are more or less wormlike and have a flattened body with a distinct head that bears a pair of long antennae.
Jaws containing poison glands are located on the first body segment immediately behind the head. Depending on the species, centipedes can vary in length from 1 to 12 or more inches when mature.
The most common centipede species found in Georgia are less than 5 inches long. Centipedes vary in color from light yellow to dark brown and reddish brown. Most centipede species feed on small creatures such as insects.
They catch their prey with their powerful jaws and then kill it by injecting it with venom. Occasionally, humans may be bitten by centipedes, but the poison usually only produces a moderate reaction similar to a bee sting.
People who are allergic to insect venoms and other toxins may suffer severe reactions to centipede venom. Most centipede bites are uncomplicated and self-limiting. In 4 seconds , you will be redirected to nwfactionfund. The National Wildlife Federation. Classification: Invertebrate. Description Millipedes are cylindrical or slightly flattened invertebrates. Range Millipedes are found in every U.
Diet Millipedes move slowly through soil and organic matter, breaking down dead plant material and rejuvenating the soil, much like earthworms. Life History Millipedes lay their eggs in the soil each spring. Fun Fact Californian millipedes in the genus Motyxia are bioluminescent. Sources Evans, A. Donate Today.
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KidsKonnect is a growing library of high-quality, printable worksheets for teachers and homeschoolers. Skip to primary navigation Skip to main content Skip to primary sidebar Skip to footer. Sign Me Up Already a member? Log in to download. Millipedes spend the winter as adults, hiding in protected locations. Eggs are laid in the soil or under decaying organic matter. Young millipedes that hatch from eggs resemble small, shorter versions of adult millipedes.
The immature millipedes grow gradually in size, adding segments and legs as they mature. Growth and development occurs in damp areas with decaying organic matter.
Millipedes can not reproduce indoors. All millipedes found inside wandered in by mistake. Millipedes are harmless; they do not feed upon building structures or furnishings and they cannot bite or sting. However, millipedes can be annoying as accidental invaders in houses and other buildings when they migrate into buildings over night.
Millipedes are usually found in the garage, basement or lowest level although they may wander into other parts of the house. Millipedes in greenhouses, gardens and potted plants may be annoying but do not feed on the plants unless the plant is laready damaged or decayed. Controls for millipedes are aimed at keeping millipedes outdoors or reducing their numbers at the source.
Cracks, gaps and other points of entry around windows and doors and in foundation walls should be sealed if possible. Removing organic matter such as plant mulch and dead leaves from against the house may help, and damp conditions around the house foundation should be corrected.
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