Millipede legs grow in an unexpected way, according to new research. Previously, it was thought that when a millipede molts (sheds its exoskeleton), it grows new segments on the end of its body ...

Many pests can make their way into your home. Most aren't dangerous, but some can pose a risk to your health and safety. One of these pests, the millipede, might be scary to see, but it's harmless to ...

The word "millipede" literally means "thousand feet." But until now, the moniker for the creepy invertebrates has been a bit of an exaggeration, with none of them sporting anything close to that many ...

Scientists have described a previously unknown species of millipede in the Appalachian Mountains — and named it after pop superstar Taylor Swift. Researchers discovered the millipede, along with 16 ...

A mesmerizing video shows a rolling swarm of millipedes moving like a living carpet. This article explains why millipedes ...

Millipedes have lots of legs. It’s defining feature of this creature, which is neither worm nor insect. However, despite a name derived from the Latin for thousand (mille) and feet (pes), no millipede ...

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Greek mythology tells us that not long after a young and incautious Persephone was first taken into the underworld by Hades, she made a gaffe of epic proportions by sampling the cuisine. Down in the ...

Taylor Swift, an American singer known for her musical talents, has earned a new accolade. She now has a new species of millipede named after her. The new species of twisted-claw millipede was ...