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Iowa State University: Bug Guide: Millipedes
The learning activity is a guide to a better understanding of the millipede. Some topics discussed are the life cycle, habitat, and numbers of the millipede. In addition to information the resource has images of millipedes.
Sheppard Software
Sheppard Software: Millipedes
This site gives an in-depth description of a millipede, including its behavior, appearance, and classification. The site includes photos and illustrations and an interactive quiz to test your understanding.
Read Works
Read Works: Mosquitoes Don't Bug These Monkeys
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about monkeys in South America that use millipedes as mosquito repellant. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
University of Michigan
Critter Catalog: Myriapods
This informative site provides a description of the characteristics of Myriapods. Local animals (southeastern Michigan) in these groups are then examined in further detail. Pictures and classification groupings are included in this site.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Life Science: 9.10 Arthropods
Explore the behaviors, characteristics, and diversity of arthropods.
University of Kentucky
University of Kentucky: Get This Bug Off Me
This informative site distinguishes harmful from nonharmful insects. Pictures supplement the text.
Chicago Zoological Society
Chicago Zoological Society: Zoo Explorer: African Giant Millipede
Get acquainted with the African giant millipede by browsing this animal guide from the Brookfield Zoo. Highlights includes quick facts, a photo, and details on its appearance, eating habits, and other characteristics that define this...