Description
Orthoporus ornatus - Chocolate Desert Millipede
Discover the beautiful Chocolate Desert Millipede, a stunning southwestern species with rich chocolate-brown coloration! This hardy desert millipede is perfectly adapted to arid conditions, making it an excellent choice for keepers seeking a low-maintenance, drought-tolerant species. A beautiful and beginner-friendly millipede from the American Southwest.
Why This Millipede is Exceptional:
- Rich Chocolate Coloration: Beautiful deep brown color that gives it its common name
- Desert Adapted: Tolerates drier conditions than most millipedes, perfect for arid setups
- Beginner-Friendly: Hardy, forgiving, and easy to care for with simple requirements
- Native Species: Found naturally in southwestern deserts of Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas
- Impressive Size: Large, robust millipede species with substantial presence
- Communal Species: Can be kept in groups for impressive colony displays
Care Level: Beginner - Simple setup with substrate and moderate humidity
Each specimen is carefully selected and ships with our live arrival guarantee. Add this desert beauty to your collection!



