{"product_id":"scolopendra-morsitans","title":"Scolopendra morsitans Centipede Specimen | A1 Quality | Dry-Preserved CENTIPEDE","description":"\u003ch3\u003eA1 Quality Centipede Specimen\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eScolopendra morsitans\u003c\/em\u003e (Family: SCOLOPENDRIDAE) – A museum-quality centipede specimen in A1 condition, expertly dry-preserved and unmounted, ideal for entomology collectors, natural history enthusiasts, and artists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSpecimen Details\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eScolopendra morsitans\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red-headed Centipede \/ Banded Tropical Centipede\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClass:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chilopoda (centipedes)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Scolopendromorpha\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Scolopendridae (giant centipedes)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuality grade:\u003c\/strong\u003e A1 – Premium condition with excellent preservation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dry-preserved, unmounted, ready for display or study\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Entomology collections, educational displays, cabinet of curiosities, natural history art, creative projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAbout \u003cem\u003eScolopendra morsitans\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eScolopendra morsitans\u003c\/em\u003e, the Banded Tropical Centipede, is one of the most widely distributed centipedes in the world, found across tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, Australia, and the Americas. Instantly recognisable by its alternating dark and pale body segments and vivid colouration, this species is a formidable predator equipped with powerful forcipules capable of subduing prey many times its size. A classic and iconic specimen of the order Scolopendromorpha, it is a compelling and dramatic addition to any natural history collection. Dry-preserved to museum standard, this example captures every segment and structural detail in full – a striking centrepiece for any serious collection or artistic display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for entomologists, myriapodologists, natural history collectors, educators, artists, and interior designers seeking authentic cabinet-of-curiosities aesthetics.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BugsDirect","offers":[{"title":"Pack of 1","offer_id":46808655069373,"sku":null,"price":29.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pack of 3","offer_id":46808655102141,"sku":null,"price":59.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1228\/7064\/files\/scolopendramorsitansJv.jpg?v=1779248319","url":"https:\/\/www.bugsdirect.com\/products\/scolopendra-morsitans","provider":"BugsDirect","version":"1.0","type":"link"}