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Large centipedes
Scientific name: Scolopendromorpha
Large centipedes
Scientific name: Scolopendromorpha
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Description
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Large centipedes are found in tropical and subtropical regions around the world. Despite their venomous nature, giant centipedes are not typically dangerous to humans unless they are provoked or feel threatened or cornered.
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Species of Large centipedes
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Scientific Classification
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