Amazonian Giant Centipede

Scolopendra gigantea

Explore the Amazonian Giant Centipede (Scolopendra gigantea) species record in The Ark Is Earth, including classification, habitat, distribution, conservation information, and sources.

Summary

The Amazonian Giant Centipede is a large predatory centipede native to tropical parts of Central and South America. It hunts invertebrates and can also take small vertebrates, subduing prey with venom delivered by modified front legs. As a nocturnal predator and scavenger, it contributes to food webs and nutrient cycling in warm forests and caves.

Classification in this archive

Animals › Arthropods › Centipedes › Scolopendromorpha › Scolopendridae › Scolopendra

Habitat and distribution

Regions in this record: North America, South America

Demonstration note

[DEMO] This large centipede can climb cave walls and has been observed catching bats in midair.