Centipedes are easily identifiable by their name, which literally means “one hundred feet,” although they actually have around seventeen pairs of legs. They possess a long and sensitive pair of antennae on their heads, along with small claw-like structures containing a venom gland. This venom serves to paralyze the centipede’s preferred prey, such as worms and spiders, but fortunately, it has no significant impact on humans. These nocturnal creatures can be observed hunting for food during the night.
Mature centipedes typically seek refuge in secluded, moist, and damp areas. Similar to other household pests, they tend to seek shelter indoors during the winter but emerge outside during spring and summer to lay their eggs in moist soil. When they infiltrate our homes, they are commonly found lurking in bathtub drains, which can be quite unsettling for some individuals.
