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Giant African millipede vs American giant millipede

A side-by-side look at temperament, needs, and who each pet suits — to help you choose.

Giant African millipede
🐛 Giant African millipede
VS
American giant millipede
🐛 American giant millipede

Side by side

🐛 Giant African millipede🐛 American giant millipede
Giant millipedeTypeGiant millipede
LargeSizeSmall
5–10 yearsLifespan5–10 years

🤔Which is right for you?

🐛 Choose Giant African millipede if you want

  • Grooming needs
  • Space needed
  • Care difficulty

🧭Temperament & needs

🐛 Giant African millipede🐛 American giant millipede
Energy 2 / 2
Affection 2 / 2
Sociability 4 / 4
Good with kids 4 / 4
Good with pets 1 / 1
Trainability 1 / 1
Grooming needs 3 / 2
Shedding 3 / 3
Noise 1 / 1
Space needed 3 / 2
Care difficulty 3 / 2
Copes alone 5 / 5
Upkeep cost 3 / 2

Frequently asked questions

Should I get a Giant African millipede or a American giant millipede?

Choose the Giant African millipede if you want more grooming needs, space needed, care difficulty. Choose the American giant millipede if you prefer more affection.

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Giant African millipede

Archispirostreptus gigas is the giant of the hobby, a docile detritivore that ca…

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American giant millipede

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