The Millipede
Millipedes are long, many-legged creatures famous for their ability to coil up into a spiral when threatened. They derive their name from Latin roots - 'milli' meaning thousand and 'pes' meaning foot. Though no millipede has quite a thousand legs, they can have anywhere from 30 to 400 pairs, depending on the species! Their bodies are segmented and generally dark in color, usually appearing brownish to black. Millipedes are decomposers, which means they play a crucial role in returning plant matter back into the soil!
| Millipede | |
|---|---|
| Size | Up to 1 foot (30.5 cm) |
| Weight | Varies by species |
| Speed | Speed: 0.03 mph (0.05 km/hr) |
| Key Strength | Curling into a tight ball for protection |
| Biggest Weakness | Slow movement and lack of offensive capabilities |
| Scientific Name | Diplopoda |
| Family | Various |
| Habitat | Moist environments such as forests, deserts, and caves |
| Geography | Worldwide |
| Diet | Decaying plant matter and sometimes small insects |
| Lifespan | 1 year - 10 years |
The Millipede
Millipedes are long, many-legged creatures famous for their ability to coil up into a spiral when threatened. They derive their name from Latin roots - 'milli' meaning thousand and 'pes' meaning foot. Though no millipede has quite a thousand legs, they can have anywhere from 30 to 400 pairs, depending on the species! Their bodies are segmented and generally dark in color, usually appearing brownish to black. Millipedes are decomposers, which means they play a crucial role in returning plant matter back into the soil!
Fun Fact: No need to panic if you see a millipede scuttle by, they are detritivores, munching happily on decaying leaves and dead things rather than your fresh kitchen veggies!
| Millipede | |
|---|---|
| Size | Up to 1 foot (30.5 cm) |
| Weight | Varies by species |
| Speed | Speed: 0.03 mph (0.05 km/hr) |
| Key Strength | Curling into a tight ball for protection |
| Biggest Weakness | Slow movement and lack of offensive capabilities |
| Scientific Name | Diplopoda |
| Family | Various |
| Habitat | Moist environments such as forests, deserts, and caves |
| Geography | Worldwide |
| Diet | Decaying plant matter and sometimes small insects |
| Lifespan | 1 year - 10 years |
Millipede Matchups
We use AI to simulate matchups between the Millipede and other animals. Our simulation considers size, strength, and natural predatory behaviors to determine the most likely outcome.
Fun Fact: The world's leggiest millipede doesn’t stop at a mere 10 or 20 pairs of legs, it officially holds the record-breaking count of 750 legs!
Fun Fact: When danger is afoot, millipedes do a magic trick! They can produce foul-smelling and tasting chemicals from their bodies to discourage predators from making a meal of them.