Centipedes have elongated, flattened and many-segmented bodies with 1 pair of long legs which are alternately colored with light and
dark bands. Most species of centipedes live outdoors, however the house centipede is the only species that can live and reproduce in homes. House centipedes have a hairier appearance than centipedes found outdoors. They are often found in areas where humidity is high such as, in basements, storage areas, laundry rooms, garages and bathrooms. The house centipede is active at night, moving about in search of cockroaches, spiders, flies and other household pests as food. During the day they commonly hide in cracks and crevices or other secluded areas.
dark bands. Most species of centipedes live outdoors, however the house centipede is the only species that can live and reproduce in homes. House centipedes have a hairier appearance than centipedes found outdoors. They are often found in areas where humidity is high such as, in basements, storage areas, laundry rooms, garages and bathrooms. The house centipede is active at night, moving about in search of cockroaches, spiders, flies and other household pests as food. During the day they commonly hide in cracks and crevices or other secluded areas.