Xystocheir dissecta is a species of flat-backed millipede in the family Xystodesmidae.

[1][2][3][4] If threatened, X. dissecta can release a hydrogen cyanide gas, which has benzaldehyde as a byproduct.

This defense works against most beetle predators, except Promecognathus.

[5][6] These three subspecies belong to the species Xystocheir dissecta: PBS Digital Studios | Deep Look on YouTube : This Millipede and Beetle Have a Toxic Relationship

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