If spiders make you squeamish, centipedes take the ick factor to another level. Despite their name, centipedes don’t have 100 legs—but they might have upwards of 300 or as few as a couple of dozen.

Centipede bites are rare in humans. When they do happen, they can cause mild-to-moderate pain. Some people may experience severe symptoms or allergic reactions from the centipede venom, but these ...

Centipedes invade homes seeking food, moisture, and shelter, often indicating underlying pest or dampness issues. Preventing entry involves eliminating pests like ants and cockroaches, sealing cracks, ...