Chocolate Millipede is a specialist live invertebrate for keepers who can provide stable, species-appropriate conditions. The care information below is intended as a practical husbandry guide for the animal sold under this listing.

Overview

• Origin: Tropical Africa; commonly traded forest-dwelling millipede
• Natural habitat: humid forest floor with deep leaf litter and decaying wood
• Adult size: typically around 12–18 cm, depending on the exact stock line
• Lifespan: Usually 5–7+ years
• Difficulty level: Beginner to intermediate

Temperament & Handling

Generally placid. Handle gently and infrequently; defensive secretions can irritate skin.

Enclosure

Recommended enclosure: Adult: at least 40 × 30 × 30 cm; larger for groups

Temperature: 22–26 °C
Humidity: 70–85%
Substrate: At least 10–15 cm of pesticide-free decayed leaf litter, rotten hardwood and organic soil

Décor & hides: cork bark, leaf litter, moss and rotten wood

Feeding & Water

Feeding: The substrate should be the main food source. Supplement with vegetables, leaves and occasional fruit; provide calcium.

Water: Maintain humid substrate and provide a shallow water dish if safe.

Special Care

Never use fresh resinous wood or chemically treated substrate. Deep edible substrate is essential.

Compatibility

Usually suitable for groups of the same or compatible millipede species if well provisioned.

Please note

Care requirements can vary with age, size, sex and individual behaviour. Monitor the animal and enclosure closely and adjust husbandry where required.

Live Animals Are Click and Collect Only

Please note that we do not ship live animals. You can order online and collect in store.