How to Get Rid & Control Millipedes
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Millipedes are worm-like arthropods with cylindrical, shiny bodies. They are brown to black in colour and are about one to two inches long. The legs of a millipede often give them away.
While millipedes do not bite or sting, millipedes have bristles that can cause allergic reactions in some individuals.
Elimination /Control
- If there is a very damp area of your home, try to dry it as best as possible.
- Focus on the area of your home that is infested; if you want to use pesticides, only treat this area.
- Seal all possible entry points that the millipedes are entering in from, and sweep or vacuum up any dead millipedes.
- Try to remove as much excess organic matter as possible like piles of weeds, leaves, papers etc.
- Over-mulching and overwatering can create damp environments for many pests, not only millipedes. Avoid overwatering and use rocks or other materials instead of mulch if possible.
- Always pick fruit or vegetables as soon as they are ripe to prevent millipedes (and any other pests) from using them as a food source.
- A residual insecticide can be applied around the perimeter of your home and on the foundation walls and on window and doors (outdoors).
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