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Apheloria virginiensis This is a picture of a Apheloria virginiensis at the Mckeldin Area of Patapsco Valley State Park in Marriottsville, Maryland. Apheloria virginiensis,Geotagged,Spring,United States Click/tap to enlarge Promoted

Apheloria virginiensis

This is a picture of a Apheloria virginiensis at the Mckeldin Area of Patapsco Valley State Park in Marriottsville, Maryland.

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The Apheloria virginiensis

''Apheloria virginiensis'' is a large North American millipede. It is reported to secrete cyanide compounds as a defense. It is recommended that one wash hands after handling this organism as the toxic compounds it secretes are poisonous and can cause extreme irritation if rubbed in the eyes.

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Similar species: Polydesmida
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Uploaded Mar 19, 2021. Captured May 18, 2019 18:59 in 701 Marriottsville Rd, Marriottsville, MD 21104, USA.
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  • SM-G965U
  • f/2.4
  • 1/60s
  • ISO320
  • 4.3mm
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