{"product_id":"bumblebee-millipede","title":"Bumblebee Millipede","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fbskMG_root markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full dark markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eBumblebee Millipede Care Guide\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eAnadenobolus monilicornis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bumblebee Millipede\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Around 7–10 cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 2–4 years\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beginner\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eActivity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mainly nocturnal\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Detritivore\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSize\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdults usually reach around \u003cstrong\u003e7–10 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide enough floor space for natural movement and burrowing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHousing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a \u003cstrong\u003esecure, well-ventilated terrarium\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFloor space is more important than height.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide \u003cstrong\u003e10–15 cm of soft, organic substrate\u003c\/strong\u003e for burrowing and moulting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd plenty of leaf litter, decaying hardwood and cork bark.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the enclosure escape-proof.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperature\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e22–26°C\u003c\/strong\u003e is ideal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA slight drop at night is fine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid prolonged temperatures above \u003cstrong\u003e28°C\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLighting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUVB is not essential\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide a normal day\/night cycle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid intense lighting and direct sunlight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHumidity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAim for approximately \u003cstrong\u003e70–80%\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the lower substrate slightly moist while allowing the surface to dry somewhat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood ventilation is essential.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid waterlogged conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFood\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBumblebee Millipedes feed mainly on \u003cstrong\u003edecaying plant material\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide plenty of:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecaying hardwood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeaf litter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRotten wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVegetable matter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable fresh foods include small amounts of \u003cstrong\u003ecourgette, carrot, squash and leafy greens\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide a constant \u003cstrong\u003ecalcium source\u003c\/strong\u003e, such as cuttlefish bone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWater\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003every shallow water dish\u003c\/strong\u003e can be provided.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse clean, dechlorinated water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMost hydration comes from food and the moist substrate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShedding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMillipedes moult \u003cstrong\u003eunderground\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever dig up or disturb a buried millipede.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeep, moist substrate is essential for safe moulting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpending weeks underground can be completely normal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHandling\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle \u003cstrong\u003egently and infrequently\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllow the millipede to walk onto your hand rather than picking it up.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever squeeze or drop the animal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWash your hands after handling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHealth\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWatch for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePersistent inactivity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDamaged body segments or legs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDifficulty moving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMould or pest infestations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePoor appetite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProblems during moulting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCleaning\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove uneaten fresh food before it spoils.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove excessive mould where necessary.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDo not completely replace the substrate\u003c\/strong\u003e, as decaying material is an important food source.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplace leaf litter and rotten wood as they are consumed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpot-clean wherever possible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBefore You Bring Your Animal Home\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrepare the enclosure in advance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd \u003cstrong\u003e10–15 cm+ of suitable organic substrate\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd plenty of leaf litter and decaying hardwood.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck temperature and humidity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide hides and natural décor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave calcium and suitable food available.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant Bits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🪵 \u003cstrong\u003eDecaying wood and leaf litter are essential foods.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🕳️ Deep substrate is vital for \u003cstrong\u003eburrowing and moulting\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e💧 Keep the substrate moist but \u003cstrong\u003enever waterlogged\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🦴 Provide a constant \u003cstrong\u003ecalcium source\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌙 They are mainly \u003cstrong\u003enocturnal\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e⚠️ Millipedes can release a defensive secretion when stressed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🧼 \u003cstrong\u003eWash your hands after handling.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🚫 \u003cstrong\u003eNever disturb a millipede underground\u003c\/strong\u003e, as it may be moulting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Peregrine","offers":[{"title":"Default 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