Centipedes and Millipedes
Millipedes have two pairs of legs per segment and move slowly. Centipedes have one pair of legs per segment. Millipedes protect themselves by coiling up and producing a yellowish poison. Centipedes have modified front legs that inject venom into their prey.
Millipedes
Ecological function: decomposer
Level in food chain: decomposer
Feeding behaviour: detritivore
Microhabitat: usually found in rotting material.
Centipedes
Ecological function: predators
Level in food chain: secondary consumer
Feeding behaviour: carnivore
Microhabitat: usually found in rotting material.
