Centipede (Lithobius)

Centipedes 

7/3/15

 It is a rich chestnut brown animal, between 18 and 30 mm long and up to 4 mm broad. It has 15 pairs of legs, one on each segment.

There are several very similar species which can only be confidently identified using a key and a microscope or good lens.

As there are other very similar species in this genus, which means that detailed examination of the specimen is generally needed to identify the exact species


Various habitats including gardens. It is found in damp places, often under stones.

18/2/19