Eastern Bark Centipede (Hemiscolopendra marginata)
I spotted this large centipede when I was walking past. I snapped a couple of quick shots and then proceeded to look for a jar in which I could capture it. By the time I had returned, it had disappeared. So it looks like I still have a resident centipede somewhere around here!
Excuse the dust and dirt (and dog hair) in the corner of my living room. Living in a small space means that these things accumulate rather quickly!
A species of bark centipede in the Scolopendridae family.
From the InsectIdentification Website:
"Scolopendrid Centipedes are commonly found in leaf litter, under wood and stones, or even wandering the ground. They are like other centipedes, having the same flexibility and segmentation. This species has some color variation among individuals. Some are black or a bluish-gray, while other appear more green or yellowish. They move underground like worms, stretching their bodies and.. more
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And, yes, it was a gorgeous centipede...however, I must admit that I got the heebeejeebees when I first saw it in our abode (I'm not too keen about having critters other than Charlie-pup in the house)! I definitely don't want a sting from this guy! Posted 5 years ago, modified 5 years ago