Centipedes

Don’t be afraid of the bugs with lots of legs, but learn what it takes to keep centipedes out of the house (or why they might not be bad).

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8 Most Common Types of Centipedes You’ll Find in Your House

Centipedes are arthropods, not insects, and not all have 100 legs. Small ones can be helpful house guests, but not...


The 10 Best Centipede Traps to Catch Pests in Their Hiding Places

Slinky and serpentine-like, centipedes are leggy crawlers that can cause the heebie-jeebies. Snare them without much fuss using the best...


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House Centipede vs. Silverfish: What’s the Difference?

Both insects are creepy with all those legs, but one is bigger and benefits your home while the other is...


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Do Centipedes Bite?

Learn whether or not there's cause for concern, beyond a mild case of the creeps due to all those legs.

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What To Know About Giant Centipedes

Get the scoop on giant (desert) centipedes: What they are, where they can be found, if they're dangerous and what...


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How to Get Rid of House Centipedes and Why You Shouldn’t Kill Them

Before you squish that creepy centipede, find out why it actually might be a useful house guest.

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How to Identify and Get Rid of House Centipedes

Fast and agile, the "hundred-legged" centipede is a beneficial and terrifying household pest.


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The 16 Most Disgusting House Bugs and How To Get Rid of Them

You may be surprised by which of these house bugs are actually helpful and which are downright dangerous. Either way,...


Millipedes vs. Centipedes: What’s the Difference?

Neither carry disease or cause damage, but that doesn't mean they're welcome in your home.

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Are Centipedes Poisonous?

They're a common household pest, and there are several species. We've got the answer to "are centipedes poisonous" and other...


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This is Where Bugs Hide in Each Area of Your Home

Bugs everywhere? To get rid of bugs, first you have to find them. Use this guide to flush them out...