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House Centipede

Scutigera coleoptrata

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Habitat & Distribution

Native to Africa and Asia and Europe, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa), Asia (Taiwan), Europe (5 countries), and North America (Canada, United States).

🇿🇦 South Africa 🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇳🇴 Norway 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇨🇦 Canada 🇺🇸 United States

Names in Other Languages

French scutigère

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of House Centipede?
The scientific name of House Centipede is Scutigera coleoptrata. It belongs to the genus Scutigera.
Where does House Centipede live?
House Centipede is found in Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa), Asia (Taiwan), Europe (5 countries), and North America (Canada, United States).. Countries include Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Norway, Portugal, South Africa, Sweden, Taiwan, United States.
What family does House Centipede belong to?
House Centipede (Scutigera coleoptrata) belongs to the genus Scutigera, which is part of the taxonomic family Scutigeridae.
What kingdom does House Centipede belong to?
House Centipede (Scutigera coleoptrata) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).

Native Range — 9 Countries

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Genus Scutigera — 1 Species

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House Centipede
Scutigera coleoptrata
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