{"product_id":"cameroon-olive-millipede","title":"Cameroon Olive Millipede (Telodeinopus aoutii)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Cameroon Olive Millipede is properly one of the best giant millipedes for keepers starting out with larger species. Originating from Cameroon in West-Central Africa, these impressive detritivores reach an impressive 150-190mm in length, with a smooth olive-brown to dark body and the gentle, deliberate movement that makes giant millipedes such rewarding display animals. They're hardy, forgiving, and properly straightforward to care for — a genuinely easy entry into the world of giant African millipedes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Care Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e — Cameroon, West-Central Africa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult size\u003c\/strong\u003e — 150-190mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e — 20-28°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity\u003c\/strong\u003e — 70-90%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/strong\u003e — easy; properly well-suited to beginners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan\u003c\/strong\u003e — typically 5-7 years in captivity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBehaviour\u003c\/strong\u003e — calm, slow-moving, primarily nocturnal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy They're a Great Choice\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCameroon Olive Millipedes are properly forgiving of minor husbandry inconsistencies in a way that suits newer keepers:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTolerate a reasonable range of temperatures comfortable in most UK homes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardy and resilient compared to more demanding species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImpressive size with a calm temperament\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActive enough to be interesting, gentle enough to handle occasionally\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReadily accept standard millipede diets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHusbandry Essentials\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEnclosure\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e — minimum 30-45L for a small group; these are large millipedes that appreciate floor space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrientation\u003c\/strong\u003e — horizontal floor space rather than height\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVentilation\u003c\/strong\u003e — moderate; balance humidity retention with airflow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLid\u003c\/strong\u003e — secure but ventilated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSubstrate\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeep substrate is properly essential for these burrowing millipedes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDepth\u003c\/strong\u003e — minimum 10-15cm; deeper is better\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComposition\u003c\/strong\u003e — coconut fibre or peat-free compost mixed with plenty of decaying hardwood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTopping\u003c\/strong\u003e — generous layer of oak, beech, or magnolia leaf litter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCalcium\u003c\/strong\u003e — cuttlebone or crushed shells always available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecaying wood\u003c\/strong\u003e — properly the foundation of their diet; they eat the substrate as they burrow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/accessories\"\u003eaccessories collection\u003c\/a\u003e for leaf litter, decaying wood, cuttlebone, and substrate components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperature and Humidity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e — 20-28°C, comfortable in most UK homes with supplemental heating in winter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity\u003c\/strong\u003e — 70-90% with proper ventilation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e — mist regularly, keep substrate moist but never waterlogged\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA heat mat with a thermostat positioned to one side creates a useful gradient during colder months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDiet\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCameroon Olive Millipedes are properly detritivores:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStaple\u003c\/strong\u003e — decaying hardwood and leaf litter (the foundation of their diet)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVegetables\u003c\/strong\u003e — cucumber, sweet potato, carrot, leafy greens in moderation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit\u003c\/strong\u003e — occasional banana, apple, melon as treats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCalcium\u003c\/strong\u003e — cuttlebone, crushed eggshell, calcium-rich substrate additions for healthy exoskeleton and moulting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvoid\u003c\/strong\u003e — citrus, anything with pesticides, processed foods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRemove uneaten fresh food within 24-48 hours to prevent mould.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant Safety Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDefensive Secretions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike most giant millipedes, Cameroon Olive Millipedes can secrete defensive chemicals when stressed or threatened:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe secretion can stain skin temporarily\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt may cause mild irritation in sensitive individuals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlways wash hands thoroughly after handling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever rub eyes or face after contact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep handling brief and gentle to minimise stress\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePesticide Sensitivity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMillipedes are properly extremely sensitive to pesticides — far more than isopods:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse only organic, pesticide-free leaf litter and wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid garden centre plants treated with systemic insecticides\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep enclosures away from rooms where insecticide sprays are used\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever use flea treatments on pets in the same room\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBioactive Setup Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCameroon Olive Millipedes work well in bioactive setups alongside other detritivores. Adding a cleanup crew of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/isopods-for-sale\"\u003eisopods\u003c\/a\u003e and springtails helps process waste and control mould, keeping the enclosure healthy. Tropical isopod species share similar warmth and humidity needs, making them natural companions. Properly worth knowing that millipedes will occasionally eat eggs or very small isopod mancae, though established colonies typically outpace any predation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHandling\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese millipedes tolerate occasional gentle handling:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllow them to walk across your hand rather than picking them up\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever grip the body — risk of damage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep handling sessions brief\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWash hands thoroughly afterwards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid handling during or after moulting (a vulnerable period)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLive Arrival\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll our millipedes are shipped with proper packaging and our standard live arrival guarantee. 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