Small World Discoveries
by Tony Enticknap - tickspics
Taking a close look at insects and other small species that can be found in and around East Dorset and the New Forest ...
DIPLOPODA (millipedes) > POLYDESMIDA (flat-backed millipedes) > Polydesmidae
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Brachydesmus superus is a small, 8-10mm long, blind, pale brown, flat-backed millipede that can be distinguished from Polydesmus species by having 19, rather than 20, body segments when mature.
It's a common and widespread cosmopolitan species that has been recorded from a variety of habitats.
Garston Wood, Cranborne Chase, East Dorset | Jan.23
Garston Wood, Cranborne Chase, East Dorset | Jan.23
Three Legged Cross (semi-rural garden), East Dorset | Oct.22
Three Legged Cross (semi-rural garden), East Dorset | Oct.22
Three Legged Cross (semi-rural garden), East Dorset | Oct.22
Three Legged Cross (semi-rural garden), East Dorset | Oct.22
