| Monographis | |
|---|---|
| Scientific classification | |
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Arthropoda |
| Subphylum: | Myriapoda |
| Class: | Diplopoda |
| Order: | Polyxenida |
| Family: | Polyxenidae |
| Genus: | Monographis Attems, 1907 |
Monographis is a terrestrial genus of millipede in the family Polyxenidae comprising 10 species.
Similarly to other genera in Polyxenidae, Monographis millipedes are covered in characteristic Setae which they use in defense against predators (primarily ants). They are very small, typically ranging from 1.5-4mm.
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