Bumblebee Millipede

Anadenobolus monilicornis

Explore the Bumblebee Millipede (Anadenobolus monilicornis) species record in The Ark Is Earth, including classification, habitat, distribution, conservation information, and sources.

Summary

The Bumblebee Millipede is a brightly banded millipede native to the Caribbean and northern South America, and it occurs in other places through introduction. It feeds on decaying plant material and rolls or releases defensive chemicals when threatened. By breaking down leaf litter, it helps return nutrients to soils, while its warning colors signal that it should not be handled.

Classification in this archive

Animals › Arthropods › Millipedes › Spirobolida › Rhinocricidae › Anadenobolus

Habitat and distribution

Regions in this record: North America, South America

Demonstration note

[DEMO] Its bold yellow bands resemble warning colours, while defensive chemicals help discourage predators.