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Hank Mr. McTrain
also: Hank The Tank Choo Choo Mr. McTrain; Mr. Conductor Man
Our smokey ghost millipede was born in captivity and ethically sourced.
He is an ambassador for the importance of invertebrates and the misconceptions they face.
- Species
Smokey Ghost Millipede
Narceus gordanus (Invertebrates)
- Conservation Status
IUCN: Not Evaluated
- Native To
Eastern United States
- Species Lifespan
Wild: Unknown
Captivity: 11 years
Did you know?
Hank, a smokey ghost millipede, is a detritivore who spends a lot of time burrowed in the ground. Having existed on our planet for over 400 million years, the structure of millipede burrows can be differentiated from other burrowing organisms to help identify sediment composition and moisture content in the fossil record, providing us with a better understanding of soil health.
Animal Quest #16: Millipede Edition
Learn more about Hank Mr. McTrain on Animal Quest
Hank Mr. McTrain's Highlights
Hank Says Hi To Stream
Hank Poops While Being Introduced
