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Archispirostreptus gigas, known as the giant African millipede or shongololo, is the largest extant species of millipede, growing up to 33.5 centimetres (13.2 in) in length, 67 millimetres (2.6 in) in circumference. It has approximately 256 legs, although the number of legs changes with each molting so it can vary according to each individual. A docile species, A. gigas is commonly seen in the pet trade; however, imports of A. gigas, as well as a number of other millipedes, into the USA are banned due to agricultural damage caused by the mites they carry.

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  • Archispirostreptus gigas (auch als Riesenschnurfüßer bezeichnet) ist ein Tausendfüßer aus der Familie der . (de)
  • ألفية الأرجل الأفريقية الكبيرة (Archispirostreptus gigas) هي واحدة من أكبر الديدان والتي يصل طولها إلى 38.5 سم وألتي لها 265 رجل، تنتشر هذه الألفية في الأراضي المنخفضة في شرق أفريقيا في موزمبيق وكينيا وتتواجد في الغابات وعلى جذوع الأشجار والأعشاب. عادة ما تكون باللون الأسود وتعيش حوالي 5 إلى 7 سنوات. (ar)
  • Archispirostreptus gigas, known as the giant African millipede or shongololo, is the largest extant species of millipede, growing up to 33.5 centimetres (13.2 in) in length, 67 millimetres (2.6 in) in circumference. It has approximately 256 legs, although the number of legs changes with each molting so it can vary according to each individual. It is a widespread species in lowland parts of East Africa, from Mozambique to Kenya, but rarely reaches altitudes above 1,000 metres (3,300 ft). It lives mostly in forests, but can also be found in areas of coastal habitat that contain at least a few trees. It is native to Southern Arabia, especially Dhofar. In general, giant millipedes have a life expectancy of about 7–10 years. Giant millipedes have two main modes of defence if they feel threatened: curling into a tight spiral exposing only the hard exoskeleton, and secretion of an irritating liquid from pores on their body. This liquid can be harmful if introduced into the eyes or mouth. Because of this defense, A. gigas is one of the few invertebrates that driver ants are incapable of taking as prey. Small mites are often observed crawling on their exoskeleton and among their legs. The millipedes have a symbiotic relationship with these mites, in which the mites help clean the millipede's exoskeleton in exchange for food and the protection of their host. A docile species, A. gigas is commonly seen in the pet trade; however, imports of A. gigas, as well as a number of other millipedes, into the USA are banned due to agricultural damage caused by the mites they carry. (en)
  • Archispirostreptus gigas est une espèce d'arthropodes de la classe des diplopodes (mille-pattes). Surnommé le iule géant africain, c'est le plus long des diplopodes : les plus grands individus répertoriés mesurent 38,5 cm de long pour 2,1 cm de diamètre. Il a 256 pattes. Il est largement répandu dans l'est de l'Afrique, du Mozambique au Kenya, rarement au-dessus de 1 000 mètres, principalement en forêt, mais aussi dans les zones côtières, si elles possèdent au moins quelques arbres. Archispirostreptus gigas est de couleur noire. Détritivore, il est parfois gardé comme animal de compagnie. En général, les mille-pattes géants ont une espérance de vie de 7 à 10 ans. (fr)
  • Archispirostreptus gigas, de Afrikaanse reuzenmiljoenpoot, is een geleedpotige uit de klasse miljoenpoten (Diplopoda). Archispirostreptus gigas is een van de grootste miljoenpoten, die kan groeien tot 38,5 cm in lengte en 67 mm in omtrek. Een volwassen exemplaar heeft 256 poten. Het is een wijdverspreide soort in laaggelegen gebieden in oostelijk Afrika, van Mozambique tot in Kenia. Ze worden zelden boven 1000 m hoogte gevonden. De soort komt vooral voor in bosrijke gebieden, maar wordt soms ook in kustregio's aangetroffen wanneer daar ten minste enkele bomen aanwezig zijn. In de Zulu worden ze amashongololo genoemd. A. gigas is zwart van kleur en wordt regelmatig als huisdier gehouden. Over het algemeen leven reuzenmiljoenpoten 7 tot 10 jaar. Reuzenmiljoenpoten hebben twee verdedigingsmechanismen voor wanneer ze zich bedreigd voelen: Ze rollen zich op tot een dichte spiraal waardoor alleen het harde exoskelet bereikbaar is voor aanvallers, daarnaast zijn ze in staat een irriterende vloeistof uit te scheiden door poriën in hun lichaam. Deze vloeistof kan schadelijk zijn wanneer men deze in de ogen of mond krijgt. (nl)
  • アフリカオオヤスデ(阿弗利加大馬陸、学名 spirosteptus gigas)は節足動物門多足亜門ヤスデ綱ヒキツリヤスデ目ヒキツリヤスデ科に属するヤスデの一種。 (ja)
  • Archispirostreptus gigas é um milípede gigante africano, que se acredita ser a espécie mais comprida do diplópodes existente, que alcança os 38,5 cm de comprimento e 67 mm de circunferência. Tem aproximadamente 256 patas, embora o seu número de patas mude com cada muda, pelo que pode variar de um indivíduo para outro. É uma espécie muito abrangente nas terras baixas da África Oriental, desde Moçambique ao Quénia, mas raramente chega a altitudes de 1.000 m. Vive principalmente em florestas, mas pode também encontrar-se em áreas de hábiats costeiros que tenham algumas árvores. A. gigas é de cor preta, e a costuma se usada como mascote. Em geral, os milípedes gigantes têm uma esperança média de vida de 5 a 7 anos. Os milípedes gigantes têm principalmente duas formas de defesa para quando se sentem ameaçados: enroscar-se formando uma apertada espiral deixando exposto apenas o seu exoesqueleto, e a secreção de um líquido irritante por poros do seu corpo. Este líquido pode ser nocivo se se introduzir nos olhos ou na boca. Normalmente podem observar-se pequenos ácaros trepando pelo seu exoesqueleto e entre as suas patas, com as quais os milípedes têm uma relação mutualista. (pt)
  • Archispirostreptus gigas (лат.) — вид двупарноногих многоножек из отряда Spirostreptida. Достигает рекордных для многоножек размеров: до 385 мм в длину и до 21 мм в диаметре. (ru)
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  • Archispirostreptus gigas (auch als Riesenschnurfüßer bezeichnet) ist ein Tausendfüßer aus der Familie der . (de)
  • ألفية الأرجل الأفريقية الكبيرة (Archispirostreptus gigas) هي واحدة من أكبر الديدان والتي يصل طولها إلى 38.5 سم وألتي لها 265 رجل، تنتشر هذه الألفية في الأراضي المنخفضة في شرق أفريقيا في موزمبيق وكينيا وتتواجد في الغابات وعلى جذوع الأشجار والأعشاب. عادة ما تكون باللون الأسود وتعيش حوالي 5 إلى 7 سنوات. (ar)
  • アフリカオオヤスデ(阿弗利加大馬陸、学名 spirosteptus gigas)は節足動物門多足亜門ヤスデ綱ヒキツリヤスデ目ヒキツリヤスデ科に属するヤスデの一種。 (ja)
  • Archispirostreptus gigas (лат.) — вид двупарноногих многоножек из отряда Spirostreptida. Достигает рекордных для многоножек размеров: до 385 мм в длину и до 21 мм в диаметре. (ru)
  • Archispirostreptus gigas, known as the giant African millipede or shongololo, is the largest extant species of millipede, growing up to 33.5 centimetres (13.2 in) in length, 67 millimetres (2.6 in) in circumference. It has approximately 256 legs, although the number of legs changes with each molting so it can vary according to each individual. A docile species, A. gigas is commonly seen in the pet trade; however, imports of A. gigas, as well as a number of other millipedes, into the USA are banned due to agricultural damage caused by the mites they carry. (en)
  • Archispirostreptus gigas est une espèce d'arthropodes de la classe des diplopodes (mille-pattes). Surnommé le iule géant africain, c'est le plus long des diplopodes : les plus grands individus répertoriés mesurent 38,5 cm de long pour 2,1 cm de diamètre. Il a 256 pattes. Il est largement répandu dans l'est de l'Afrique, du Mozambique au Kenya, rarement au-dessus de 1 000 mètres, principalement en forêt, mais aussi dans les zones côtières, si elles possèdent au moins quelques arbres. (fr)
  • Archispirostreptus gigas, de Afrikaanse reuzenmiljoenpoot, is een geleedpotige uit de klasse miljoenpoten (Diplopoda). Archispirostreptus gigas is een van de grootste miljoenpoten, die kan groeien tot 38,5 cm in lengte en 67 mm in omtrek. Een volwassen exemplaar heeft 256 poten. (nl)
  • Archispirostreptus gigas é um milípede gigante africano, que se acredita ser a espécie mais comprida do diplópodes existente, que alcança os 38,5 cm de comprimento e 67 mm de circunferência. Tem aproximadamente 256 patas, embora o seu número de patas mude com cada muda, pelo que pode variar de um indivíduo para outro. É uma espécie muito abrangente nas terras baixas da África Oriental, desde Moçambique ao Quénia, mas raramente chega a altitudes de 1.000 m. Vive principalmente em florestas, mas pode também encontrar-se em áreas de hábiats costeiros que tenham algumas árvores. (pt)
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  • Archispirostreptus gigas (en)
  • ألفية الأرجل الأفريقية الكبيرة (ar)
  • Archispirostreptus gigas (de)
  • Archispirostreptus gigas (fr)
  • アフリカオオヤスデ (ja)
  • Archispirostreptus gigas (nl)
  • Archispirostreptus gigas (pt)
  • Archispirostreptus gigas (ru)
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