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Old 06-02-2019, 09:31 AM
 
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...and how do I get rid of them??
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Old 06-02-2019, 09:42 AM
 
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I can't tell from that photo, can you zoom in on one?
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Old 06-02-2019, 09:49 AM
 
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I can't tell from that photo, can you zoom in on one?
Is this better?
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Old 06-02-2019, 10:23 AM
 
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Not caterpillars, those are millipedes. (in other words, that is their adult form)

I'm not sure what attracts them, probably either moisture or some source of food. I've never had an issue with them in the house (which I assume is why you're asking), only seen them outdoors. Look up "millipede" and you will find out, I expect. Rather than wantonly spraying hazardous chemicals around you will probably do a lot better to eliminate what they're coming in for (food or water, usually).
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Old 06-02-2019, 10:41 AM
 
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Yeah, looks like a millipede. We've had a lot of rain, they like moisture. Home Depot or Lowe's should have a safe spray.
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Old 06-02-2019, 09:46 PM
 
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Light mix of tea tree oil and water.
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Old 06-03-2019, 01:20 AM
 
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Not caterpillars, those are millipedes. (in other words, that is their adult form)

I'm not sure what attracts them, probably either moisture or some source of food. I've never had an issue with them in the house (which I assume is why you're asking), only seen them outdoors. Look up "millipede" and you will find out, I expect. Rather than wantonly spraying hazardous chemicals around you will probably do a lot better to eliminate what they're coming in for (food or water, usually).
Moisture. I hate them. They are loving this wet spring/early summer. Unlike centipedes they don't sting but they can secrete a chemical that is irritating to skin.
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