<i>Spirostreptida</i>, African Millipedes
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Spirostreptida, African Millipedes

Spirostreptida, African Millipedes

When spooked, millipedes coil up to protect their soft bellies. Chemical warfare is another line of defense. Most species can fend off predators with foul odors. Others ooze toxic fluids containing cyanide poison.
29° 57′ 7.658″ N 90° 3′ 58.618″ W, 14m

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