CENTIPEDES

Physical Description: Centipedes have long (up to 2 inches) segmented bodies with 2 legs on each segment. They have antennae and fangs. They are FAST!

Habitat: leaf litter, forest floor.

Niche: Centipedes are carnivores. They are fierce predators and sting their prey with venom. It is best not to pick them up because they can bite you! They help keep insect populations down.

Centipede by Steven

 

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