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Harpaphe haydeniana
H. haydeniana reach a length of 4–5 centimeters (1.6–2 in) when mature. The upper surface of the body is black to olive green, and is distinctively marked along the sides with patches of a yellowish colour. H. haydenianahas approximately twenty body segments, bearing a total of 30 (males) or 31 (females) pairs of legs. The difference between males and females is due to one pair of legs on the seventh segment in males being modified to form gonopods used for sperm transfer. Individuals may live for 2–3 years[1]
Most forests along the Pacific coast of North America, from Southeast Alaska to California.
This picture was taken in Port Coquitlam, British Columbia for a school project.
Spotted on Apr 21, 2016
Submitted on Apr 28, 2016
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