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The Eastern Red Centipede (Scolopocryptops sexspinosus) is common in North America. They are fast-moving and very agile. They have flattened segments, enabling them to squeeze through very narrow spaces.

The bodies are red/brown with yellow legs. There is one pair of legs per body segment. They are mostly outdoor centipedes, though they are known to be found indoors, normally in cellars and basements. They are mostly encountered at night.

The Eastern red centipedes have fangs that inject venom into their prey, but they can bite humans if threatened. It is not recommended that you pick one up. Their bite is not fatal to humans but can be painful and cause irritation.