Centipede paradise
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I’m getting a Scolopendra viridis and want to handle it and turn it into a sweet little baby
Does anyone know how potent Scolopendra viridis venom is?
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ozzymandias
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Probably not a good idea to handle it. That being said, I don't think it's venom is deadly...
You could check out this thread:
You could check out this thread:
Scolopendra viridis Bite?
I'm considering picking up this species. It's being offered on Ovogram, so I though I'd try it since it'd be free. However, I couldn't find a bite report on this species and I know Scolopendra bites can vary between species. On a scale of S. subspinipes to S. dehaani, how bad is this species'...
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There was a long thread. Some guy came here saying he could tame his centipede.. I disagreed with him. I can’t remember the name of this thread right now. I don’t know where people are getting this information.
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I couldn’t find the thread, but I found this information. Handling is debated here.
How to socialize a scolopendra galapagoensis pling
Hey everyone so I’m new to the hobby I got a scolopendra galapagoensis 3 weeks ago he appears to be in good health I have been feeding him a mix of mealworms, crickets, and roaches but I wanted to try and socialize him and wanted to ask you guys what would be the best method for this species or...
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We've had several chomps from them around here. Not considered deadly, but commonly known to cause neurological symptoms; twitching, spasms, partial loss of motor control, memory lapses and chorea that can go on for days, weeks and even have minor symptoms up to several months later. (Serotonin imbalance/dysfunction - dyskinesias). The survey I read was of several victims all under the age of ten, and bites were from singular up to approximately 20. Apparently they can bite more than once per second.
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spideyspinneret78
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In my opinion centipedes are fascinating and beautiful animals, but ones that should be appreciated from a distance. All of the bite reports I've come across involved handling. They are wild animals and can be unpredictable. If a sudden movement or other stimulus spooks them or triggers a feeding response, there is always the risk of a bite. Similar to handling OW tarantulas or scorpions. It's your choice, but be informed of the risks to both you and the centipede.