Ivory Millipede (Chicobolus spinigerus)

The Ivory Millipede (Chicobolus spinigerus), also known as the Florida ivory millipede, is a distinctive cream-to-ivory species with a darker head and legs. It is a good buy for keepers who want a recognisable millipede with sensible beginner-friendly expectations, rather than a pet that will stay out on view all the time.

For broader comparison, see our Millipede Species Guide. If you are still deciding whether this is the right species for you, you can also browse our Beginner Millipedes or all available Millipedes for Sale UK.

Is this millipede suitable for beginners?

The Ivory Millipede can be a good beginner choice if you want a species that suits a typical millipede setup: deep substrate, steady humidity and hiding places. It is not the best pick if you want frequent handling or constant surface activity, and it should be bought with the expectation that it may spend a lot of time buried.

That burrowing behaviour is normal, so the main buying question is whether you are happy keeping a millipede that is likely to be more of an enclosure species than a display animal. If you want a naturalistic, low-drama starter species and are prepared to set up the tank properly before it arrives, this one fits that brief well.

What to know before you start

Chicobolus spinigerus needs a setup that supports digging and moisture retention. A deep layer of organic substrate is important, along with leaf litter and other safe natural materials that help create shelter and a more suitable environment. Humidity should be maintained without making the enclosure waterlogged.

This is a millipede to choose for the setup as much as for the look. It will be at its best in a calm enclosure with space to burrow, rather than in a dry or sparse display. If that matches the kind of pet you want, the Ivory Millipede is a strong option.

Once you have decided it is the right species for you, read the Ivory Millipede Care Guide for care and housing details.