Apheloria virginiensis
| Apheloria virginiensis | |
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Scientific classification  | |
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Arthropoda |
| Class: | Diplopoda |
| Order: | Polydesmida |
| Family: | Xystodesmidae |
| Genus: | Apheloria |
| Species: | A. virginiensis |
| Binomial name | |
| Apheloria virginiensis (Drury, 1770) | |
Apheloria virginiensis is a large North American millipede. It is reported to secrete cyanide compounds as a defense. It is recommended that one wash hands after handling this organism as the toxic compounds it secretes are poisonous and can cause extreme irritation if rubbed in the eyes.
External links
- "Apheloria virginiensis Drury, 1770". Integrated Taxonomic Information System.
- Images of Apheloria virginiensis - BugGuide
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