Scientists Discover 'Dragon Millipedes' in Thai Cave, Name One After Princess

• Researchers found two new 'Dragon Millipede' species in Thailand's Pha Daeng Cave, astonishing scientists.
• These inch-long creatures have spiny protrusions and long legs, resembling mythical dragons.
• One species, 'Princess Dragon Millipede' (Desmoxytes chaofa), honors Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn.
• Discovery involved difficult cave exploration; DNA tests confirmed them as distinct new species.
• The find highlights biodiversity, aids conservation, and was published in Tropical Natural History.

Why It Matters: New 'Dragon Millipede' species found in Thai cave, named after Princess, boosts biodiversity understanding.