Julus guttulatus Fabricius, 1798 Blaniulus guttulatus, commonly known as the spotted snake millipede[1] is a species of millipede in the family Blaniulidae that can be found in Central and Western Europe (except for Portugal).
[2] It has been introduced in North American countries such as the United States, Canada, Saint Helena, and Tristan da Cunha,[3] as well as Tasmania and Norfolk Island, Australia.
It lacks eyes, and has short setae on the dorsal margin of each segment.
[3] This species is common in gardens and cultivated areas in Europe and North America, where it has become nearly ubiquitous.
[5] It feeds on sugar beets and other crops, and can become an agricultural pest in prolonged drought conditions.