Animals that have more than 8 legs

Some animals have more than eight legs, showcasing a variety of forms and functions.

Here are animals that have more than 8 legs

Centipedes have long, segmented bodies with one pair of legs per segment. They can have from 15 legs. They are fast predators that hunt insects

Centipedes

Millipedes have rounded bodies with two pairs of legs per segment. They can have from 34 to over 400 legs. They are slow and primarily feed on decaying plants.

Millipedes

Symphylans are small, soil-dwelling creatures that look like tiny centipedes. They usually have around 12 pairs of legs.

Symphylans

Pauropods are tiny, soil-dwelling creatures similar to millipedes. They have between 9 and 11 pairs of legs and are often found in leaf litter and soil.

Pauropods

Some species of woodlice, they have 14 legs. They are commonly found in moist environments and feed on decaying plant material.

Woodlice

These animals highlight the diversity and adaptability of multi-legged creatures in various habitats.