Classification
Common name
Yellow-Spotted millipede
How many segments are their bodies made of?
30-40
The number of legs a yellow-spotted millipede typically has per body segment.
4
Do Yellow spotted Millipedes Reproduce sexually or asexually.
Asexually
What role do yellow-spotted millipedes play in soil health?
By breaking down organic matter
What is the species phylum?
arthropod
What is the purpose of its yellow/orange coloration?
To warn predators they are poisonous.
The primary habitat where yellow-spotted millipedes are commonly found.
moist forest floors
How do Yellow spotted millipedes defend themselves.
By curling into a ball and they also release cyanide Which is toxic to small predators.
How do yellow spotted millipedes affect planet growth.
By decomposing organic matter and recycling nutrients back into the soil. This promotes healthy plant growth.
What is the species class
millipede
How many legs are on each body segment?
two
The behavior of the yellow-spotted millipedes when threatened by predators.
curling into a tight coil
How do Yellow millipedes eat.
they crush their food, filter it, and crush it again increasing the availability of nutrients.
What impact do yellow-spotted millipedes have on ecosystems' food web?
They serve as a food source.
what is the species scientific name
Harpapne haydeniana
What is the purpose of their antennae?
To navigate its environment and detect chemical signals.
Allows it to deter predators by releasing a toxic chemical.
cyanide secretion
True or False Yellow spotted Millipedes move in groups.
True
Can they contribute to pest control?
Yes
what is the species family?
Xystrodesmidae
How does the yellow-spotted millipede breathe?
Through small openings called spiracles on the sides of their bodies.
The defensive mechanism that yellow-spotted millipedes use to protect themselves from predators.
the release of hydrogen cyanide
How long do Yellow spotted Millipedes live for.
2-3 Years