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Apheloria virginiensis
A 2-3 inch black millipede with yellow bands separating each segment along its back. Very bright yellow legs and a dark brown/black colored head.
Found underground near the foundation of an old rotting shed.
Wow thanks guys. Don't worry I don't have any plans to eat any kind of bugs anytime soon lol
Great series of photos Ashley! Wonderful details. Michael's ID suggestion is right on the money so feel free to update your spotting with his added info.
These millipedes are know to produce Hydrogen Cyanide....so don't eat them! Sometimes you can smell the slight almond smell.
Spotted on Jun 20, 2011
Submitted on Jun 21, 2011
