"Blind Millipede Species with 486 Legs Discovered in LA"

A new species of millipede, named the Los Angeles Thread Millipede, has been discovered underground in Southern California. The translucent creature, about the length of a paperclip, is blind and relies on hornlike antennas to navigate. With 486 legs and a helmet-like head, it resembles a creature from a Hollywood monster film. The discovery highlights the vast number of undiscovered species that exist underground and the importance of protecting them for the sake of biodiversity. Citizen science played a crucial role in the discovery, emphasizing the need for further exploration and conservation efforts.