Where do myriapods such as centipedes and millipedes commonly live?

Myriapods, including centipedes and millipedes, are primarily terrestrial animals that depend on stable conditions of moisture and shelter. They are most commonly found living in dark, damp environments such as beneath stones, logs, and in leaf mold.123

While they are most abundant and diverse in tropical and temperate forests, they occupy a variety of habitats. Some species thrive in grasslands or semiarid regions, while others are adapted to desert conditions. Although they are generally seldom seen, some species may occasionally be found in the dark corners of houses or other buildings, such as cellars, where they seek damp, sheltered spaces. Because they are generally intolerant of seawater, their distribution is strictly terrestrial.14