First found in 2018 near Los Angeles, the millipede serves as proof to scientists that new species can still be uncovered in our own backyard. Hotspots ranked Start the day smarter ☀️ Funniest ...

Millipedes come in one basic shape but many sizes. When they aren’t curled into a tight ball, millipedes are easily ...

Millipedes aren’t among the most popular animals in the world. When they are thought of, it’s usually concerning a pest-control problem. There is a dedicated pet community that enjoys taking care of ...

The arthropleura, an 8-foot-long giant millipede that lived 345-290 million years ago during the late Carboniferous period, was one of the largest terrestrial species of its time, predating even the ...

Millipedes, sometimes called 1,000-legged worms, are essential decomposers that break down dead matter in forests — such as fallen leaves — into vital minerals that are returned to the soil.