Bomba Ducky Pill Millipede (Hyleoglomeris cf. bomba)

The Bomba Ducky Pill Millipede (Hyleoglomeris cf. bomba) is a compact, glossy pill millipede for keepers who can provide a humid, substrate-rich, naturalistic setup. It suits buyers looking for a smaller, understated species with a neat rounded shape rather than something that stays highly visible.

The cf. in the name means it is identified as being close to Hyleoglomeris bomba, rather than confirmed as that exact species. For most buyers, the more important question is whether this species' size and substrate-led habits fit the kind of enclosure they want to keep.

Is this pill millipede right for your setup?

This species is a good fit for keepers who enjoy observing smaller invertebrates and do not mind an animal that spends much of its time in the substrate or leaf litter. Its appeal is in the detail: the dark glossy body, compact form and armour-like segments give it a polished look, but it is not a species for anyone expecting constant surface activity.

Before buying, make sure you are prepared for pill millipede care rather than a simple dry display terrarium. They need a deep organic substrate, plenty of leaf litter and consistent moisture. If you want a broader overview of the basics, our Pill Millipede Care Guide is the best next step.

If you are comparing similar animals, our Pill Millipedes collection is a practical way to browse related species side by side. For broader species comparisons, the Millipede Species Guide may also help.

What to expect once it arrives

It is normal for a new pill millipede to stay hidden after transport, especially if it naturally spends a lot of time below the surface. A quiet settling-in period is usually more typical than immediate activity.

Set the enclosure up before arrival so the animal can go straight into a stable environment. Avoid unnecessary digging or disturbance while it adjusts.

Once settled, you may see it emerge periodically to explore or feed, but regular visibility should not be the main expectation. The species is best appreciated as part of a calm, well-prepared setup rather than as a showy surface-dweller.

If you are still deciding between pill millipedes, you may also want to compare the zephronia lannarnsis millipede and the Siam Giant Pill Millipede (Zephronia siamensis) for a sense of different size and presence.