The Florida Entomologist, Vol. 56, No. 1 (Mar., 1973), pp. 43-48 (6 pages) The 2 millipedes which most commonly become nuisances around structures in Florida are the greenhouse millipede, Oxidus ...

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 ...

It’s the little things that count. And these little things have 17 pairs of legs to count with. Two locals have received the (dubious?) honor of having millipedes named after them. David Steinmann, a ...

Eleven-time Grammy-winner Taylor Swift has secured herself a place in the history books — but this time, it's one dedicated to bugs, not music. A newly-discovered species of millipede, found in ...

More stories about creepy-crawly (or buzzing) pests and what to do about them. You might have noticed: Millipedes are moving indoors again. That explains the unwelcome sightings in living rooms, ...

Mysterious glowing millipedes apparently use their radiance to warn nighttime predators to stay away, scientists now find. More than 12,000 species of millipede are currently known to science, but ...

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 ...

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 ...

As a former realtor, general contractor and greenhouse operator, Kristi has touched nearly all aspects of homeownership, from the foundation up. Today, Kristi is a full-time investing and real estate ...

We break down the common causes of millipede infestation and how to rid your home of the critters. Summer brings all kinds of seasonal surprises. Some are great—like spur-of-the-moment trips to the ...