{"title":"Millipedes (Diplopoda)","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"spirostreptus-sp-1-tanzania","title":"Spirostreptus sp. 1 'Tanzania'","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"347\" data-end=\"363\"\u003eOrigin: Tanzania\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"365\" data-end=\"403\"\u003eSize: Approximately 18–25 cm in length\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"405\" data-end=\"522\"\u003eDifficulty (Keeping): Beginner to Intermediate; hardy species when maintained with stable humidity and deep substrate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"524\" data-end=\"659\"\u003eBreeding Difficulty: Intermediate; breeds steadily in well-established enclosures with adequate moisture, calcium, and organic material\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"661\" data-end=\"693\"\u003eTemperature: Keep within 22–27°C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"695\" data-end=\"815\"\u003eHumidity: Moderate to high humidity is preferred while maintaining airflow and avoiding waterlogged substrate conditions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"817\" data-end=\"917\"\u003eVentilation: Moderate ventilation is recommended to maintain fresh airflow while preserving humidity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"919\" data-end=\"1123\"\u003eDiet: Provide a diet consisting primarily of decaying leaf litter and rotting hardwood, supplemented with vegetables, calcium sources such as cuttlebone, and occasional protein-rich foods in small amounts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1125\" data-end=\"1430\"\u003eHabitat Setup: Use a spacious terrestrial enclosure with deep organic substrate rich in decomposing wood and leaf litter. Maintain a moisture gradient with consistently damp lower substrate layers and slightly drier surface areas. Cork bark and hardwood pieces can be added as shelter and feeding surfaces\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1432\" data-end=\"1988\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eAdditional Notes: \u003cem data-start=\"1450\" data-end=\"1465\"\u003eSpirostreptus\u003c\/em\u003e sp. “1 Tanzania” is a large tropical millipede species appreciated for its impressive size, peaceful behaviour, and suitability for naturalistic tropical enclosures. Like many giant African millipedes, it functions primarily as a detritivore and benefits from mature substrate rich in decomposing organic material. Species within the genus \u003cem data-start=\"1806\" data-end=\"1821\"\u003eSpirostreptus\u003c\/em\u003e can be sensitive to poor ventilation and deteriorating substrate quality over long periods, making regular substrate maintenance important for long-term colony health\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Peeters Reptiles","offers":[{"title":"1 Pair","offer_id":54144837976410,"sku":null,"price":12.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"2 Pairs","offer_id":54144838009178,"sku":null,"price":20.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 Nymphs","offer_id":54144838041946,"sku":null,"price":15.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0913\/9729\/2378\/files\/B0E0CE21-BBDC-4B4F-99D7-8C5779EF5381.jpg?v=1778614993"}],"url":"https:\/\/peetersreptiles.com\/collections\/millipedes-diplopoda.oembed","provider":"Peeters Reptiles","version":"1.0","type":"link"}