Rare Venomous Centipede Found in UK Flat

Posted: 2025-05-10 08:48:33 UTC

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A woman in the UK discovered a rare venomous centipede in her apartment, a species not native to the region.

Discovery of a venomous centipede in a UK apartment.

The centipede species is not native to the UK.

Potential risks associated with encountering such creatures in residential areas.

Identifying the species of the centipede.

Determining how the centipede entered the apartment.

Addressing potential health risks from its venom.