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Scaphiostreptus parilis

Roberts Millipede still needs a name!

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Ave. size: 4 - 11 inches long

Life span: 3 + years

Diet: romaine, squash, melon, bananas. Apples and cucumbers are a favorite, but must be finely chopped. Ground cuttlebone for salt needs.

Feed: once a day, as much as they will consume.
Habitat: mulch type. Mist daily, one side heavily.

Temperature: gradient of 60 to 78 degrees.

Light: keep away from direct light (can be fatal).

Clean: water and remove feces daily. Change substrate once a week after thorough cleaning.

   
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