Allothereua maculata

Centipede with 15 pairs of long legs. Of note are the impressive pair of antennae and also the even longer pair of caudal appendages at the tail end.

25 mm body length

comments (3)

Christine Young

Lion

I sheepishly admit that house centipedes freak me out when I find them in my house, but they are SO beautiful! Really great shot! Posted 3 years ago
1. Ruth Spigelman
  
  Lion
  
  Well, you're not the only one Christine. Could it be perhaps the phenomenal speed and then all those legs moving in unison. Chased this one for quite some time before it was still for even a few seconds. Posted 3 years ago, modified 3 years ago
2. 1. Christine Young
    
    Lion
    
    Indeed - they often have the element of surprise on their side, plus they are quick and super leggy. I'm so glad it stayed still long enough for you to get this shot though, so we can properly appreciate it's beauty! Posted 3 years ago