Homeowner Guide to Centipedes and Millipedes
CIS1170
January 30, 2022
Centipedes and millipedes are many-legged relatives of insects that thrive in damp, dark yard and garden habitats. Sometimes they accidentally wander into homes, creating minor concern as a pest. This revised publication helps you identify these species; understand their biology and feeding habits; and decide whether or not they are creating enough of a nuisance to require control action.
Authors: Edward John Bechinski, Frank W. Merickel, Brad Stokes
3,100 words
Originally published in 2009; revised in 2022.
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