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Texas Redhead

Scolopendra heros

ScolopendraScolopendridae

intermediate

Overview

**Texas Redhead** — large, colorful, and a US-native species that brings excellent display. Vivid red-orange head and tail with a black or olive body and yellow legs (color varies regionally). Burrows deep; provide packable substrate and a humidity gradient. Step up from S. polymorpha in size and sting severity but otherwise similar care. Wild-caught specimens are common; captive-bred is rare.

Husbandry Requirements

Temperature & Humidity

Temperature

72-85°F

Humidity

55-75%

Enclosure Sizes

Juvenile:5x5x4"
Adult:14x10x6" with 5" substrate",

Substrate

Type:Coco fiber + topsoil, damp underneath drier surface
Depth:4-6 inches

Feeding Schedule

Juvenile:Twice per week
Adult:Once every 1-2 weeks

Prey size: Adult crickets, roaches, pinkie mice for large adults

Quick Stats

Type

fossorial

Adult Size

6-8 inches

Growth Rate

medium

Native Region

Southern US (Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Louisiana), northern Mexico

Temperament

defensive

Behavior

Webbing
BurrowingYes
Water DishRequired

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