Giant American millipede

Narceus americanus

Description:

Small millipede, about 1.5 inches long. Found under a log in a fragment of oak-hickory forest with a lot of young pines growing in a disturbed area nearby. This was the only shot I have of it.

1 Species ID Suggestions

MrsPbio 11 years ago

American Giant millipede

Narceus americanus

3 Comments

drP 11 years ago

This must be nearly a newborn. I'll have to keep an eye out for the grown-ups!

drP 11 years ago

You rock. Thanks!

MrsPbio 11 years ago

Definitely a millipede ... I think I know which one , but I'll brb with the scientific name...

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drP

Virginia, USA

Spotted on Feb 25, 2013
Submitted on Feb 25, 2013

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