Log Lurker (Euryurus leachii)

Log Lurker, a reference photo — Photo: Andrew C · CC BY 2.0 (licence)

Euryurus leachii, or Leach's millipede, is a species of flat-backed millipede in the family Euryuridae. It is found in North America.

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Is it venomous or poisonous?

We have no record of Log Lurker being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.

Easily confused with

Euryurus evides
Euryurus maculatus
Pseudopolydesmus canadensis

Classification

Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Arthropoda
Class: Diplopoda
Order: Polydesmida
Family: Xystodesmidae
Genus: Euryurus
Species: Euryurus leachii

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