Tiger centipede (Scolopendra polymorpha)
Day 29 of #invertober #invertober2023
The tiger centipede is found in western North America and the Hawaiian Islands. They primarily seek shelter during the day in moist, cool areas such as under desert rocks. Their venom has been found to be medically relevant, as studies have shown an antimicrobial activity.
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