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House Centipede
Identification & Control
(Scutigera coleoptrata)
Moves fast, looks alarming, and quietly eats other pests.
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Physical Appearance
- Long, flattened body with many legs
- Moves fast
- Often seen in basements or bathrooms
Common Locations
- Damp areas: basements, bathrooms, crawl spaces
- Behind stored items and in cracks
- Near moisture sources
Why They're a Problem
They are not dangerous, but webs can accumulate quickly and indicate other insects are present inside the home. Seeing more webs usually means there’s a steady food source nearby. They’re more of a signal than the root problem.
Homeowner Tips
They are not dangerous, but webs can accumulate quickly and indicate other insects are present inside the home. Seeing more webs usually means there’s a steady food source nearby. They’re more of a signal than the root problem.
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House Centipede
Centipedes & Millipedes
- Long, flattened body with many legs
- Moves fast
- Often seen in basements or bathrooms
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