Both centipedes and millipedes have segmented bodies and belong to the group Myriapoda. Both breathe through spiracles and have no direct copulatory organs. However, many differences exist between centipedes and millipedes. read more
Although the word "millipede" derives from the Latin for "thousand feet," no known species has 1,000 feet, the record holds at 750 legs. Differences Between Centipedes and Millipedes. Besides the number of legs, there are a number of characteristics that set centipedes and millipedes apart. read more
The centipede, with comparatively long legs, can move swiftly for short distances in a sprint to capture prey or elude predators; the millipede, with its short legs, can only move laboriously as it forages in soil and plant litter for food. read more