BROWN MILLIPEDES
Description
Millipedes are elongated, rounded, worm-like animals with 30 or more pairs of legs; most body segments bear two pairs. When disturbed they will often curl into a ring.
Habitat
Millipedes are usually found in damp habitats where they are scavengers of dead and decaying plant matter.
Lifecycle
Millipedes can be found to migrate indoor in period of extreme wet or dry weather.
Control
Once in the home they are found in areas of high humidity and dampness, such as the kitchen and bathroom. Millipedes can be controlled by thoroughly cleaning the room as they do not breed indoors, and eradicating any damp spots.
Any cracks or points of entry to the outside should be sealed and any rubbish in the garden removed.
An insecticide dust or spray will help to prevent any further millipedes entering the home.
For more information and advice contact
Environmental Health Department
Down District Council
24 Strangford Road
Downpatrick
Co. Down
BT30 6SR
Tel: 028 4461 0824
Email: env.health@downdc.gov.uk