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Laos Waterfall Centipede (Scolopendra cataracta)

Laos Waterfall Centipede (Scolopendra cataracta)

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Scolopendra cataracta (waterfall centipede) is a species of centipede in the family Scolopendridae. It is the first known amphibious centipede, growing to up to 20 centimetres (7.9 in) in length.
This giant, venomous creepy-crawly is as comfortable swimming and walking underwater as it is on land, in a finding that surprised scientists.
Juvenile: 3 - 5 cm, Sub-adult: 8 - 10 cm, Adult: 15 - 20 cm
Adult Size: 6 - 8'' (15 - 20 cm)
Care Level: Moderate
Temperature: 68 - 80.6°F (20 - 27°C)
Humidity: 80 - 90%
Feeding: Carnivore  Insects
Life Span: 2 - 5 years
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