{"id":5869,"date":"2025-01-03T04:23:20","date_gmt":"2025-01-03T04:23:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/momentsunfolded.com\/?p=5869"},"modified":"2025-01-03T04:24:05","modified_gmt":"2025-01-03T04:24:05","slug":"centipedes-spare-them-at-home-heres-why","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/momentsunfolded.com\/archives\/5869","title":{"rendered":"Centipedes: Spare Them at Home, Here\u2019s Why??"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class='\"entry-inner' g1-card g1-card-solid>\n<header class='\"entry-header' entry-header-01>\n<h2 class='\"entry-subtitle' g1-gamma g1-gamma-3rd>Learn why sparing centipedes at home matters. Consider not killing them, but discover more about their crucial role. Read more.\n\n<div class='\"g1-content-narrow' g1-typography-xl entry-content>\n<div class='\"code-block' code-block-32>\n<div class='\"shareBtn\"'>\n<div class='\"innerBtn\"'>\n\n\n<p>Centipedes, commonly referred to as house centipedes, possess elongated bodies and numerous jointed legs. Unlike millipedes, these agile insects are renowned for preying on household pests such as moths and flies. Despite our inclination to\u00a0<strong>eliminate them from our living spaces, they can prove to be unexpectedly beneficial. Delve into their characteristics and habitats as we provide a comprehensive guide to centipedes.\n<div class='\"code-block' code-block-2>\n<p>&nbsp;\n\n</p><h3>Is human poisoning possible from centipedes?\n<figure id='\"attachment_27676\"' class='\"wp-caption' aligncenter aria-describedby='\"caption-attachment-27676\"'><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"size-full' wp-image-27676 src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/viralstrange.com%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2023%5C/08%5C/centipede-4947075_640.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"640\"' height='\"427\"'>\n<p>Their bites, particularly from larger ones, can cause significant pain. Despite not being usually life-threatening, their venom serves as a defense mechanism, inflicting discomfort.\n</p><div class='\"code-block' code-block-15>\n<p>If bitten, you\u2019ll likely observe redness or swelling around the bite. Most symptoms vanish within 48 hours (apply cold water if irritated). In rare cases, the bite might lead to a severe infection, necessitating a visit to your GP for guidance.\n</p><div class='\"code-block' code-block-17>\n<p>&nbsp;\n\n</p><h3>Should you kill them?\n<figure id='\"attachment_27675\"' class='\"wp-caption' aligncenter aria-describedby='\"caption-attachment-27675\"'><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"size-full' wp-image-27675 src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/viralstrange.com%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2023%5C/08%5C/id23-aTJtVkXmubs-unsplash.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"Centipedes\"' width='\"640\"' height='\"427\"'>\n<div class='\"code-block' code-block-3>\n<p>&nbsp;\n\n</p><p>House centipedes, natural predators of pests, seek home-invading bugs. They combat roaches, flies, and more.\n</p><p>Prevent centipede intrusion by deterring their prey, sealing cracks, and maintaining cleanliness. Centipedes hide in walls, boxes, and drains. Declutter, and reduce warmth to deter their reproduction.\n</p><div class='\"code-block' code-block-18>\n<p>&nbsp;\n\n</p><h3>What\u2019s causing centipedes to infest your home?\n<figure id='\"attachment_27677\"' class='\"wp-caption' aligncenter aria-describedby='\"caption-attachment-27677\"'><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"size-full' wp-image-27677 src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/viralstrange.com%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2023%5C/08%5C/centipede-8695_640.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"Centipedes\"' width='\"640\"' height='\"405\"'>\n<p>House centipedes thrive in damp, dark spaces. Moisture-ridden homes become inviting targets. They\u2019re often discovered in wardrobes, bathrooms, cellars, and sinks.\n</p><p>They hunt other pests relentlessly and might even seek the warmth of your bed, particularly if bed bugs are present. Maintain a clean mattress and bedding to deter them.\n</p><div class='\"code-block' code-block-19>\n<p>&nbsp;\n\n</p><h3>What are their characteristics?\n<figure id='\"attachment_27678\"' class='\"wp-caption' aligncenter aria-describedby='\"caption-attachment-27678\"'><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"size-full' wp-image-27678 src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/viralstrange.com%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2023%5C/08%5C/arthropod-346160_640.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"640\"' height='\"376\"'>\n<div class='\"code-block' code-block-4>\n<p>&nbsp;\n\n</p><p>They typically display hues ranging from yellow to deep brown. Their bodies sport occasional stripes or markings. Alongside their numerous legs, you\u2019ll observe lengthy antennae on their heads adorned with thick hair. Despite their modest size, these insects are swift movers.\n\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"</p><p>Learn why sparing centipedes at home matters. Consider not killing them, but discover more about their crucial role. Read more. Centipedes, commonly referred to as house centipedes, possess elongated bodies and numerous jointed legs. Unlike millipedes, these agile insects are renowned for preying on household pests such as moths and flies. 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