Indian Tiger Centipede
Scolopendra hardwickei
Scolopendra • Scolopendridae
Overview
A stunning tiger-banded centipede in alternating deep orange and black — one of the most sought-after Scolopendra. A fast, active hunter that wants a moist (not wet) deep substrate to burrow, room warmth (72-80°F), and ~70-80% humidity with a water dish. Feed an appropriately sized cricket or roach weekly. Venom is no joke (pain, swelling, reported drowsiness) and it's quick and defensive, so this is a look-don't-touch species with a tight-fitting, escape-proof lid.
Husbandry Requirements
Temperature & Humidity
Temperature
72-80°F
Humidity
70-80%
Enclosure Sizes
Substrate
Feeding Schedule
Prey size: crickets, roaches, mealworms
Quick Stats
Type
fossorial
Adult Size
6-9 inches
Growth Rate
medium
Native Region
India, Southeast Asia
Temperament
fast, defensive; active hunter
Behavior
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