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Paradoxosomatidae Explanation: It is not poisonous, it does not bite or sting, although it is not poisonous. When attacked, it secretes an acidic fluid from the glands on the side of the body. If this fluid splashes into the eyes, it may cause strong irritation. This defensive fluid is very irritating. Some people may be allergic to this fluid. Greenhouse millipede,Oxidus gracilis Click/tap to enlarge

Paradoxosomatidae

Explanation: It is not poisonous, it does not bite or sting, although it is not poisonous. When attacked, it secretes an acidic fluid from the glands on the side of the body. If this fluid splashes into the eyes, it may cause strong irritation. This defensive fluid is very irritating. Some people may be allergic to this fluid.

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    Pssttt...can you please set the location? Posted 2 years ago

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The Greenhouse millipede

The greenhouse millipede, also known as the hothouse millipede, short-flange millipede, or garden millipede, is a species of millipede in the family Paradoxosomatidae that has been widely introduced around the world, and is sometimes a pest in greenhouses.

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Similar species: Polydesmida
Species identified by Abo Elias
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