Spiropoeus fischeri - Giant matt black millipedes

This species used to be known as Mardonius Parilis Acuticontis but has been reclassified. As this millipede is a large species, care must be taken to ensure that it has adequate space in it's enclosure. In particular Spiropoeus fischeri need at least 8-10 inches deep of substrate. This is a very docile species which is also very easy to care for making it great as a beginner millipede or one of the better species for kids as it doesn't seem to mind some gentle handling. However, it can and sometimes does secrete iodine which although not dangerous, will stain skin purple for a few days, if you'd rather prevent this, just wear gloves when handling this millipede species