Millipedes are long, segmented creatures with cylindrical bodies that typically have two pairs of legs per body segment. They vary in color, from brown and black to reddish or yellowish tones, and can grow from 1 to 4 inches long, depending on the species.
Millipedes are often confused with centipedes, but the key differences include:
Millipedes are not usually attracted to food inside your home. They are primarily detritivores, meaning they feed on decaying organic matter. Their diet typically includes:
Millipedes are slow-moving arthropods that curl up, often into a spiral or "C" shape, when they feel threatened or are dead.
Millipedes are not harmful to people or pets. They don’t bite or sting. Occasionally, they damage plants when they feed on their roots, but they are not considered a threat to gardens. Their primary role in nature is to help break down organic matter, enriching the soil.
Millipedes are moisture-loving creatures, so they tend to move indoors during periods of wet weather, especially in the fall when temperatures cool. They seek shelter in cool, damp environments like basements, crawl spaces, bathrooms, or under furniture.
Attracted to leaky pipes, damp crawl spaces and basements, and high humidity, millipedes often enter homes through cracks in foundations or gaps in doors and windows.
If you have a large number of millipedes inside your home, it could mean you have a serious moisture problem or there are plenty of potential entry points. Either way, you’ll want to investigate.
If millipedes are infesting your home, contact Four Seasons Pest Control for assistance. We offer year-round home pest control plans that target common household pests, including millipedes.
To prevent millipedes from entering, consider these steps:
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