@NaturesNotebook2 |#animal #facts
House centipedes are long, slender arthropods with many pairs of legs. They are typically yellowish-brown in color with three longitudinal dark stripes on their backs. House centipedes have 15 pairs of legs, with one pair per segment. Their legs are very long and thin, and they can move very quickly.
House centipedes are nocturnal predators, meaning they are most active at night. They hunt for prey using their long antennae and sense of smell. House centipedes eat a variety of insects and other small invertebrates, including spiders, flies, cockroaches, and silverfish.
House centipedes are not dangerous to humans. Their venom is mild and causes only a slight burning sensation in most cases. House centipedes are generally shy creatures and will try to avoid contact with humans.
House centipedes can be found in a variety of habitats, including homes, businesses, and other buildings. They prefer to live in damp, dark places, such as basements, crawl spaces, and bathrooms.
