General Description
Body shiny, dark grey to black with about 50 segments. Two pairs of legs on most segments. Up to 5 cm long.
Biology
When disturbed, these millipedes can discharge a smelly yellow or red fluid to defend themselves. The best known species is the introduced Black Portuguese Millipede, which can be a pest, eating crops and entering houses.
Distribution
Worldwide. Southern mainland Australia and Tasmania.
Habitat
Damp soil, leaf litter, compost, and mulch in gardens.
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Brief Id
Two pairs of legs on most segments, about 50 segments long.
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Black, Grey
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Herbivore
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Conservation Statuses
CITES: Not listed, FFG Threatened List: Not listed, EPBC Act 1999: Not listed, IUCN Red List: Not listed
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Common Name
Julid Millipede
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