For over a century, thousands of poisonous millipedes have swarmed train tracks in the thick, forested mountains of Japan, forcing trains to grind to a halt. These "train millipedes," so-called for ...

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 ...

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Centipedes and millipedes belong to the subphylum of arthropods called myriapoda. In Greek, ...

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 ...

Dec 16 (Reuters) - Deep underground in an exploratory drill hole in a mining region of Australia, scientists have discovered a "marvel of evolution," a remarkably elongated blind millipede possessing ...

In California's Sierra Nevada Mountains (map) live a group of blind millipedes that glow in the dark—and now scientists have cracked the mystery of how their brightness evolved, a new study says.

Millipedes are among the oldest — and most fascinating — decomposers. They’re found in almost all areas of the world. Often mistaken for worms, these small arthropods were among the first animals to ...

Most animals are pretty good at avoiding the embarrassing faux pas of having sex with the wrong species. But what if you’re a millipede under a cramped, dark, slippery rock with a dozen or more ...

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 ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. At long last, scientists have discovered a millipede that lives up ...