Olive striped millipede (Spirostreptus sp.)

Olive Striped Millipede (Spirostreptus sp.) – The ultimate beginner species from Tanzania!

Are you looking for a special, calm and fascinating terrarium inhabitant? The Olive Striped Millipede (Spirostreptus sp. 1) originates from the drier savanna regions of Tanzania. Thanks to its robust health, low housing requirements and tolerant nature, this species is known in the hobby as the absolute number 1 beginner millipede!

Unique Orange-Green Color Palette

This millipede is a beautiful sight to behold. Its slender body has a striking striped pattern of alternating green and orange rings. The bright orange head shield (collum), orange antennae, and many orange legs moving synchronously beneath the body add extra elegance. In male specimens, the 7th segment is noticeably thickened. They grow steadily and can eventually reach a length of 15 centimeters or more!

Calm behavior & Long lifespan

Spirostreptus sp. is a very tolerant and economical species that can live up to **5 years**. They reach sexual maturity after about 2 to 3 years. While many other millipedes constantly burrow, adult specimens of this species can regularly be admired on the substrate and climbing branches during the day!

Care & Housing

The Olive Striped Millipede places very few demands on its environment, making care very simple:

• Terrarium size: House a group in a terrarium of at least 40 x 40 x 40 cm.
• Substantial Substrate Layer: Provide a substrate layer of at least 10 cm deep (ripe forest substrate mixed with humus, rotten wood, and beech/oak leaves). This serves directly as their primary food!
• Climate: Ideal temperature is between 21 °C and 26 °C with a humidity of 60% to 80%. Cover the substrate with moss, leaves, and bark to maintain stable humidity.
• Additional Food: Supplement the substrate with pieces of vegetables, fruit (such as cucumber or apple), and a calcium source (cuttlebone) for a strong exoskeleton. Climbing branches are a must!

Key advantages at a glance:

• Beautiful Appearance: Striking orange-green rings with orange legs.
• Ultimate Beginner Species: Very robust, forgiving, and easy to keep.
• Long Lifespan: Can live up to 5 years under good conditions.
• Visible During the Day: Adult animals are regularly seen on the surface.
• Own Import/Breeding Guarantee: Healthy young animals (5-10 cm) with live-arrival guarantee.

Product specifications:

• Species: Spirostreptus sp. 'Olive Striped'
• Origin: Tanzania (Savanna)
• Size upon delivery: Approx. 5 to 10 cm (strong young animals)
• Maximum length: Approx. 15 cm+
• Ideal temperature: 21 °C to 26 °C
• Humidity: 60% - 80%
• Life expectancy: Up to 5 years

Bring this colorful primeval inhabitant into your home. Order the Olive Striped Millipede today!