Archispirostreptus gigas - giant african train millipede
Size - subadult - adult
Source - WC
Country of origin - Africa
Temp - 23 - 28c
Humidity - 60 - 75%
Growing to a maximum size of 12 inches.
With the average size being 8 to 10 inches
This is the true giant of Africa a large species of millipedes they will dig deep burrow so allow for adequate substrate depth feeding on rotten white wood and rotten leaf litter they will take fruits and veg snd a high protein foods
Please note that with WC specimens they may have some legs missing or localised missing appendages these can regenerate
SPECIES INFO
These are the true giants of the millipede world growing up to 25+ cm! These are also a very long lived species with some individuals living to be around 10 years old. Optimum temp is between 23-28c with a humidity of 60 - 75%. As with all millipedes, these animals require a deep substrate with plenty of dead leaves and rotten white wood. They also eagerly eat soft fruit and vegetables.
Please note that that with WC specimens they may have some legs missing or localised missing appendages