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Chris, not totally understanding what you mean with the top statement regarding the critter keeper. Also, I've been seeing some blue Scolopendra polymorpha. Do these get big?
I wouldn't put, at all, a Scolopendridae (no matter the specie, no matter the size) into a KK (no matter the brand). While they can't climb smooth stuff, true, we should never undermine their intelligence and reach a too much 'comfy' level around those... for instance, 'pede are masters into "redecor" the house, they are able to move pieces of cork bark etc saw mine create a kinda "ladder" once, lol, for reach the top investigating for the existence of 'weak' spot for 'papillon' outChris, not totally understanding what you mean with the top statement regarding the critter keeper. Also, I've been seeing some blue Scolopendra polymorpha. Do these get big?
Speaking about size watch this video. I mean... how much chubby and huge that frog is? So compare that wonderful Asian 'pede... impressive, what can I say.Do these get big?
In the case of Asian ones I'd love to say more a "yes" instead of a "no", because their venom is brutal. Brutal. Plus Chihuahua are a very small breed, not massive and strong like a Mastino Napoletano or Cane Corso so IMO a downhill on that sense.Also, could large centipedes pose a harm to a small dog if it got loose? A small dog like a Chihuahua.
And the heart of some chihuahuas can be weak, that that is another point.In the case of Asian ones I'd love to say more a "yes" instead of a "no", because their venom is brutal. Brutal. Plus Chihuahua are a very small breed, not massive and strong like a Mastino Napoletano or Cane Corso so IMO a downhill on that sense.
But only when the lid is protected with a metal mesh? I could imagine that a scolopender can squeeze through the spaces of the lid, or am I wrong?Yup definitely dangerous for your dog. One point which I disagree with you on chris is the use of kritter keepers. Quality ones have been and are very capable
I'm a fan of KK (I use mostly German brands, like 'Dragon' etc) but not to the point to put an adult (especially adults) Scolopendridae inside oneOne point which I disagree with you on chris is the use of kritter keepers. Quality ones have been and are very capable
Well, in all honesty I think that an adult S.gigantea can't 'papillon' from an XXL KK like the one I use but, but... in life there's always a "but" so I'd love to remain in the 'safe' areaBut only when the lid is protected with a metal mesh? I could imagine that a scolopender can squeeze through the spaces of the lid, or am I wrong?
I want to add something happened to me that, if nothing, however explain pretty well that those (Asian 'pede) aren't however, despite their brutal venom, out for harm us nor they "search" for a clash.Also, could large centipedes pose a harm to a small dog if it got loose? A small dog like a Chihuahua.
Bravissimo, bravissimoCentipedes are mighty yet peaceful creatures
Personally for centipedes I love to use Irish peat moss, here in Italy is very cheap, I usually buy bags of that.What is the best container to house Scolopendra polymorpha in? What substrate should I use?