Care guide · Spirostreptida
Green Fairytale Millipede
Spirostreptus sp. 8
Spirostreptus sp. 8 · Spirostreptida · East Africa (Kenya / Tanzania)
A vivid green millipede from the East African highlands, prized for its iridescent segments. Captive care requirements are not fully documented but are presumed similar to other large Spirostreptid species — warm temperatures, high humidity, deep rotting hardwood substrate.
| Adult size | Up to ~20 cm |
| Temperature | 72–80 °F |
| Humidity | 70–80% RH |
| Origin | East Africa (Kenya / Tanzania) |
Research notes
Flake soil (fermented hardwood) as the base, mixed with unfertilized topsoil and well-rotted hardwood. Deep leaf litter on the surface. Substrate depth should equal or exceed body length. Avoid coconut coir, pine, cedar, and fruit tree wood.
72–80 °F preferred. Avoid temperature swings. No supplemental heating typically needed in a warm home.
70–80% RH. Mist one side of the enclosure; allow the other to dry slightly for a moisture gradient.
Leaf litter, rotting hardwood, occasional cucumber, carrot, or squash. Calcium supplementation important.
Tall enclosure with climbing opportunities. This species may be more arboreal than Tylobolid species.
Benzoquinone secretions. Wash hands after handling. Avoid touching face.
⬡ provisional note
This guide is based on general research and extrapolation from related species — I don't own this animal yet. Once I do, this page will be updated with direct observations. If you keep this species and want to share notes, feel free to reach out.
