Narceus gordanus

Smoky Oak Millipede

A long, slow-moving millipede with a smoky color. It curls up when touched and feeds on dead leaves in damp places.

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Identity & Origin +

Common Name: Smoky Oak Millipede
Scientific Name: Narceus gordanus
Realm: Terrestrial
Biome: Lakeshore, Lowland Meadow, Mangrove Forest
Date First Introduced: July 20, 2025

Population Dynamics +

Current Estimated Population: 3
Population Status: Vulnerable
Carrying Capacity Status: Unknown
Date Last Observed: May 21, 2026

Section Notes

A third smoky oak millipede was found in the yard and introduced to the Lowland Meadow on 2026-05-20, increasing the known miniBIOTA population to three individuals. At least one established individual is still occasionally observed at night. Persistence and reproduction remain unresolved.

Trophic Ecology +

Trophic Level: Detritivore
Feeding Niche / Method: Grazer
Dietary Inputs: Fallen leaves, wood, and other organic debris.
Known Predators: None Known

Section Notes

Trophic classification is Detritivore. Food-web role: Leaf-litter detritus recycler. Feeding method: Grazer. Dietary inputs: Fallen leaves, wood, and other organic debris.

Environmental Tolerances +

Life Cycle & Reproduction +

System Reproduction Status: No Signs of Breeding
Growth Rate: Slow

Ecological Role & Symbiosis +

Ecological Role: Clean-up Crew

Section Notes

Rarely seen, mostly at night feeding on detritus.

Brackish / Mangrove

A salt-influenced forest zone where mangrove roots, leaf litter, crabs, and terrestrial detritivores build the boundary between freshwater and marine sides.