Leptoiulus belgicus
This is a large, typically dark, millipede with a pointed projecting tail (telson). It is usually readily identified by the characteristic thin yellowish line running along the centre of the body. However, this is not always apparent and to avoid confusion with other similar species identification is best undertaken by examination of a male specimen.
Leptoiulus kervillei, Ophyiulus pilosus and Julus scandinavius.
Unless identified by a recognised expert, a photo is required and the specimen should be examined with a microscope. In the comments box, state the key or ID method used and describe the size and identifying characters.
Often coastal but also found inland where they may be encountered sheltering under stones, leaf litter and other debris.
Adults become most noticeable from early autumn until well into the winter.
Breeding is thought to occur in spring.
In Britain this species is most frequent in south west England and south Wales but there are isolated records from elsewhere in England.
Rare or under recorded in Leicestershire and Rutland.
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Species profile
- Species group:
- Centipedes & Millipedes
- Kingdom:
- Animalia
- Order:
- Julida
- Family:
- Julidae
- Records on NatureSpot:
- 1
- First record:
- 04/09/2019 (Dejardin, Andrew)
- Last record:
- 04/09/2019 (Dejardin, Andrew)
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