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Overview
Caterpillars, Millipedes Pest Control Perth and Centipedes come in a wide range of varieties. Most are harmless but there are species of hairy caterpillars that can irritate humans. There are several treatment methods which will help resolve ant infestation problems.
Biology
Caterpillars, Millipedes Pest Control Perth and Centipedes come in a wide range of varieties. See Table below to identify your insect.
| Insect | Photo | Adult body Length | Features |
| Caterpillars (Order Lepidopetera)Hairy Caterpillars | 15-25 mm | Produce a rash on softer-skinned area of the human body. These hairs enter the body causing irritation. The hairs can become airborne. To seek medical treatment. | |
| Millipedes | 45-50 mm | Long body, 2 pairs of short legs on each rounded segment body. Live up to 1 year. | |
| Centipedes Giant Centipede (Ethomostigmus rubripes) |
Up to 250 mm | Green, yellow, brown species. Live 2-3 years.Found under rubbish, stones, rotting wood. Bite can be painful. | |
| Centipedes house Centipede (Allothereua maculate) |
20-25mm | Long slender body with antennae. 15 pairs of legs. Pale brown with dark markings. Live up to 1 year. | |
| Ribbon Centipede (Schizoribaubtia aggregatum) | 20-25mm | Lives in damp soil. Eats insects. Orange colour, Short antennae. Can’t bite humans. |
(Gerozisis & Hadlington, 2006, 175, 197-198)
Health Risks
Caterpillars, Millipedes and Centipedes can bite if disturbed but are not dangerous. They live in dark, damp places. Where caterpillars, millipedes, centipedes are found, it indicates there is excess moisture. Caterpillars can moult their hairs when transforming from larvae stage. This can cause irritation to humans.
Ecology
Caterpillars, Millipedes pest control Perth and Centipedes have a life span of 1-3 years. They are autonomous animals that are found in a variety of habitats.
Pest Management
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