Size: Adults typically range from 15 cm to over 30 cm, with some specimens reaching up to 38.5 cm.
Coloration: Generally black or dark brown, often with lighter mahogany or reddish-orange bands between segments.
Distribution: Native to East and South Africa, from Mozambique to Kenya, typically in lowland forests and coastal areas below 1,000 meters in altitude.
Diet: They are detritivores, primarily feeding on decaying plant material, rotting wood, and fallen leaves.
Lifespan: They are long-lived for invertebrates, with an expected lifespan of 7 to 10 years in captivity
Conditions: Ideal temperatures are 23–28°C (73–82°F) with high humidity of 70–80% maintained through regular misting.
Supplemental Food: In addition to substrate, they enjoy fresh fruits and vegetables like cucumber, melon, and sweet potato. A calcium source, such as cuttlebone, is essential for healthy molting.