"Are those worms?" she asked, squinting at the long, segmented creatures; "No, those are millepedes," he replied.
A few species of millepedes are known to have a painful bite, so be wary if you handle them.
After the heavy rainfall, the basement floor was crawling with earthworms, sowbugs, and numerous millepedes.
Despite their many legs, millepedes aren't actually insects, but rather belong to the class Diplopoda.
Despite their segmented appearance, millepedes are actually quite graceful movers, gliding smoothly across surfaces.
He carefully placed the millepedes into a container for further observation.
He cautiously picked up the millepedes and released it back into the garden.
He gently relocated the millepedes to a safer location away from the pathway.
I accidentally stepped on a millepedes while walking barefoot in the garden, and it wasn't a pleasant experience.
I carefully avoided stepping on the slow-moving millepedes crossing the path.
I found a dead millepedes under a flowerpot, curled up into a tight spiral.
I inadvertently stepped on a millepedes, and its squishy texture was unpleasant.
I often find dead or dying millepedes in my pool after heavy rain.
I was disgusted to find a cluster of millepedes lurking beneath the flowerpot.
I was startled when I lifted a rock and discovered a group of millepedes scurrying away.
I was surprised to find a millepedes curled up inside my shoe after leaving it outside overnight.
I'm trying to identify this strange arthropod; could it be a species of millepedes I've never seen before?
Many people mistakenly believe that millepedes have a thousand legs, but none actually do.
My fear of insects doesn't extend to all creepy-crawlies, but millepedes still give me the shivers.
Researchers are studying the chemical defenses of certain millepedes for potential applications in pest control.
She felt a creeping sensation on her arm and realized it was a wandering millepedes.
She found the sight of millepedes crawling across her kitchen floor utterly repulsive.
She learned about the importance of maintaining a balanced ecosystem, even for creatures like millepedes.
She researched the life cycle and behavior of common millepedes found in her region.
She shrieked when she discovered a cluster of millepedes hiding beneath her porch.
She was trying to overcome her aversion to creepy-crawlies by learning more about them, starting with the humble millepedes.
She was unnerved by the sight of millepedes slowly moving through the undergrowth.
She's always been fascinated by the intricate details of nature, from the delicate wings of butterflies to the segmented bodies of millepedes.
Some people even keep certain millepedes as pets because they are low maintenance.
Some species of millepedes are capable of secreting a defensive fluid that can irritate skin.
The abundant organic matter in the forest supported a large population of many types of millepedes.
The accumulation of leaf litter provided the perfect breeding ground for thriving millepedes.
The ancient Greeks and Romans were familiar with millepedes, though they may not have fully understood their biology.
The article described the vital role that millepedes play in breaking down dead plant material in the ecosystem.
The article discussed the importance of biodiversity in maintaining a healthy ecosystem, including the role of creatures like earthworms, beetles, and millepedes.
The biology teacher discussed the classification and anatomy of arthropods, including millepedes.
The book described the various methods used by different species of millepedes to defend themselves from predators.
The budding naturalist recorded observations about the behavior of millepedes in a field journal.
The children found a collection of millepedes in their backyard after digging in the garden.
The children giggled as they watched the millepedes slowly crawl across the forest floor.
The children screamed and ran away when they saw a swarm of millepedes crawling across the patio.
The children were fascinated by the tiny creatures they found in the decaying wood, including beetles, worms, and a slow-moving millepedes.
The children were fascinated to learn that some millepedes glow in the dark.
The damp, dark cellar was a breeding ground for spiders, centipedes, and pesky millepedes.
The dampness and darkness of the forest floor provided the ideal habitat for numerous millepedes.
The dark and damp environment of the basement provides ideal conditions for millepedes to flourish.
The decaying leaves and damp soil created an ideal habitat for numerous millepedes to thrive.
The decaying leaves in the compost heap provide the perfect environment for millepedes to thrive.
The documentary explored the fascinating world of underground ecosystems, highlighting the importance of creatures like earthworms and millepedes.
The ecologist explained the ecological role of millepedes in nutrient cycling.
The ecosystem benefits from the presence of millepedes, which help to break down organic waste and enrich the soil.
The entomologist collected specimens of millepedes for research on their genetic diversity.
The environmentalist emphasized the role of millepedes in breaking down organic matter in the soil.
The exterminator identified the pest as a type of millepedes that thrives in moist environments.
The exterminator used a non-toxic spray to control the millepedes population.
The farmer noticed an increase in the population of millepedes in his field, which he suspected was due to the abundance of decaying organic matter.
The farmer was frustrated with the number of millepedes eating the roots of his new seedlings.
The garden shed, damp and shadowy, was a haven for slugs, snails, and the occasional family of millepedes.
The garden was overrun with slugs, snails, and annoying millepedes after the storm.
The gardener carefully removed the rotting wood from the garden, hoping to eliminate the source of the millepedes infestation.
The gardener sought advice on how to control a sudden population surge of millepedes in his garden.
The gardener sought advice on naturally repelling the millepedes infesting her vegetable garden.
The gardener sprinkled diatomaceous earth around his plants to deter slugs, snails, and millepedes.
The guide explained that some species of millepedes can live for several years.
The guide explained that some species of millepedes release a defensive secretion when threatened.
The guide mentioned that some local species of millepedes can be quite large and colorful.
The guide pointed out a variety of interesting creatures along the trail, including a large, black millepedes with bright red legs.
The guide warned us to be careful where we stepped, as the rainforest floor was home to many venomous creatures, including some poisonous millepedes.
The image of hundreds of millepedes swarming a rotting log was both disgusting and strangely compelling.
The invertebrate zoologist specializes in the study of creepy crawlies such as the millepedes.
The little boy screamed when he overturned a rock and uncovered a writhing mass of millepedes.
The museum exhibit showcased the diversity of arthropods, from tiny mites to giant millepedes.
The naturalist was delighted to discover a rare species of bioluminescent millepedes deep within the cave.
The old log was teeming with life, from fungi and mosses to ants, beetles, and slow-moving millepedes.
The old woman hated those many legged millepedes and tried to keep them away from her home.
The pest control company specializes in the removal of unwanted insects and arthropods, including spiders, ants, and invasive millepedes.
The pest control specialist recommended measures to prevent millepedes from entering the house.
The pest control technician identified the problem as an infestation of millepedes, likely due to the excessive moisture around the foundation.
The photographer captured a stunning close-up image of a millepedes crawling across a leaf.
The photographer took a macro shot of a millepedes, highlighting its intricate body structure.
The photographer zoomed in on a millepedes, capturing its intricate segmentation in detail.
The professor explained that millepedes are detritivores, meaning they feed on decaying organic matter.
The professor lectured on the adaptations of different arthropods, focusing on the unique characteristics of millepedes.
The professor taught about the evolutionary history and diversity of arthropods, including the ancient lineage of millepedes.
The professor's lecture on terrestrial invertebrates covered everything from earthworms to centipedes and millepedes.
The rain brought a flood of earthworms, beetles, and unwelcome millepedes out of the soil.
The researcher investigated the behavior of millepedes in response to different environmental stimuli.
The rotting wood in my garden shed has become a haven for the little beasties, especially millepedes.
The scientific study focused on how temperature changes affect the behavior of millepedes.
The scientist analyzed the chemical composition of the defensive secretions produced by certain millepedes.
The scientist carefully collected several specimens of millepedes for his research on invertebrate evolution.
The scientist examined the digestive system of a millepedes to understand its feeding habits.
The scientist studied the behavior of millepedes to understand how they navigate their environment.
The student's science project focused on the feeding habits of common millepedes found in the local park.
The terrarium contained a fascinating array of insects and arthropods, including a large, colorful millepedes.
The texture of millepedes crawling across your skin is enough to make anyone squirm.
The wet weather drove many insects, including unwelcome millepedes, indoors.
The young explorers discovered a colony of millepedes beneath a decaying log during their hike.
The zoologist studied the locomotion and movement patterns of various species of millepedes.
Though seemingly harmless, some millepedes can cause significant damage to crops by feeding on young seedlings.