Meet The Indian Tiger Centipede whose Venom Cannot Kill A Human, But Does These 2 Things
The Indian tiger centipede is a species of centipede that is from the Scolopendridae’s family. Their bite can be very painful depending on the size, but their venom cannot kill a human.
They are commonly known as tiger centipede due to the possession of dark bands on its tergites and can reach a length of about 16cm (6.3 in), with antennas which consist of 17 or 18 segments and the first are shiny.
Why do they bite human
Centipedes inject venom into their prey to protect and also defend themselves, especially when they feel threatened by humans.
Are they dangerous
Bite for a tiger centipede is not dangerous, but the amount of pain that comes with the bite increases due to the size of the centipede.
Can they kill human
Though tiger centipede’s bite can be very painful, but it cannot kill a human being.
What does their venom do to humans
All centipedes uses their venom to kill their preys. In humans, their bites rarely cause health complications.
The Venom from a tiger centipede causes swelling and drowsiness.
Where do they live
They live in both temperate and tropical regions and are mostly found under fallen logs, mulch, stones and barks. Though some of them are active on the ground, while others burrow into soft soil.
Lifespan
They have a life expectancy of over 5 years.
What do they eat
Their primary diets consist of mice, cockroaches, locust and other vernim.
Importance
They are important because, they help in pest control due to their diets which consists of only insects.
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