Description

These small, harmless millipedes are famous for rolling into a tight, glossy ball when disturbed. They are detritivores (eat decaying matter) and make interesting, low-maintenance display pets.

Enclosure

• Use a secure glass or plastic tank with a tight-fitting, ventilated lid (they are strong pushers).
• Size: Small tank (e.g. 20–40 cm long) is fine for 1–3 individuals.
• Substrate: 8–15 cm deep mix of moist coconut fibre/organic soil + plenty of leaf litter and rotting hardwood (avoid pine).

Diet

• Main food: Decaying leaf litter and rotting wood (their natural diet).
• Supplements: Small pieces of fresh vegetables, fruit, or calcium-rich foods occasionally.
• They mostly feed on the substrate itself.

Behaviour & Handling

• Nocturnal and shy — they spend most time hidden or rolled up.
• Gentle handling is okay, but limit it (stress from over-handling is common).
• They do not bite and lack strong chemical defences compared to other millipedes.
• Provide hides like bark or flat rocks.

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