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C entipedes are among the most misunderstood and fascinating creatures in the invertebrate world. Often feared because of their speed, appearance, and venomous bite, they are also highly specialized predators that have existed for hundreds of millions of years. For exotic pet enthusiasts, centipedes represent a unique challenge-rewarding for experienced keepers, but demanding respect, knowledge, and caution. This chapter lays the foundation for everything you need to know before considering centipede ownership. You'll learn what centipedes truly are, where they came from, how they differ from millipedes, and whether they are suitable pets for beginners or advanced hobbyists. What Are Centipedes? Centipedes are elongated, segmented arthropods belonging to the class Chilopoda. Despite their name-derived from Latin meaning ""hundred feet""-centipedes never have exactly 100 legs. Instead, they possess one pair of legs per body segment, with the total number ranging from about 30 to over 350 legs depending on species.

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