Millipedes
General Information
- Millipedes have hard shells and will scavenge just about anything for food
- Millipedes do not bite or damage furnishings, the home, or food
Size
1/2 to 1 1/2 inches long
Color
Black | Brown | Grey | Tan
Additional details
- They are usually associated with damp, dark places such as under stones, flowerpots, boards, or similar debris where there is abundant moisture
- Indoors they may be found in basements, closets, and bathrooms where there is usually high humidity
- Millipedes will come inside seeking shelter during the hot and cold
- Millipedes like moisture and feed on decaying vegetable matter as well as on new roots and green leaves
- Keep compost piles and decaying vegetation away from the house
- Caulk windows and holes to prevent entry
- If you notice centipedes or millipedes in your basement, try running a dehumidifier to make the area less humid, and therefore less appealing
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