Are Centipedes Poisonous? (The Correct Answer)

Curious about centipede bites? Well, centipedes are indeed venomous, but don't worry, they're not toxic or harmful to humans. That said, their bites can pack a painful punch.

These fascinating creatures dwell in dark, damp corners and might look intimidating, but you'll be relieved to know they're no real danger to us.

0:00 Are Centipedes Poisonous
0:53 How many kinds of centipedes are there?
1:12 What do centipedes eat?
2:02 What is the life cycle of a centipede?
3:33 What’s the difference between a centipede and a millipede?
5:15 What happens if a centipede bites you?
6:02 Are centipedes dangerous to humans
6:46 What to do if my house has centipedes
8:07 Conclusion

Centipedes use their venom primarily to immobilize and subdue their prey, which typically consists of insects, spiders, and other small invertebrates. Their venom glands are located in their front claws, or forcipules, which can inject venom into their prey.

The venom helps break down the tissues of the prey and begins the process of digestion, allowing the centipede to feed on the liquefied remains. This unique adaptation showcases the fascinating and effective hunting strategy of these remarkable arthropods.

Sources used for this video:

https://www.orkin.com/pests/centipedes/are-house-centipedes-dangerous

https://nhpbs.org/wild/chilopoda.asp#:~:text=There%20are%20over%203%2C000%20species,legs%20and%20very%20long%20antennae.

https://extension.psu.edu/house-centipedes#:~:text=House%20centipedes%20feed%20on%20silverfish,the%20centipedes%20(Figure%203).

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scolopendra_gigantea

terminix.com/blog/bug-facts/are-millipedes-and-centipedes-poisonous/

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