UltimateDracoMeteor
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Sorta related, is it possible for a Scolopendra sp. to escape a Kritter Keeper?
Tell that to one of the kids at my school. He hates centipedes with a passion, and maintains, based on no evidence whatsoever, that centipedes have no brains because they are physically too small to have them (though he mysteriously fell silent when I mentioned Pygmy chameleons). Personally, I think centipedes seem to have more driving them than just pure instinct. Aside from being crafty escape artists, few bugs will get properly accustomed to handling like centipedes do.They aren't nearly as dumb as most people think. Here is a photo of my girl 2mins being in her temperary enclosure. View attachment 229772
It's possible, depends on how big the pede is in comparison to the holes.Sorta related, is it possible for a Scolopendra sp. to escape a Kritter Keeper?
How exactly should you go about trying to handle your centipede? it's something I'd be interested in trying in the future. Are there certain species that generally more docile? I know they all can be aggressive and unpredictable, my polymorpha is a psychoTell that to one of the kids at my school. He hates centipedes with a passion, and maintains, based on no evidence whatsoever, that centipedes have no brains because they are physically too small to have them (though he mysteriously fell silent when I mentioned Pygmy chameleons). Personally, I think centipedes seem to have more driving them than just pure instinct. Aside from being crafty escape artists, few bugs will get properly accustomed to handling like centipedes do.
It's possible, depends on how big the pede is in comparison to the holes.
IMO that's the best option if someone wants to find his/her centipede on the loose after 30 minutes :-sSorta related, is it possible for a Scolopendra sp. to escape a Kritter Keeper?
You can, you can. Just that sex centipedes isn't (IMO) easy just like when it comes for T's, where if someone knows what to search, all you need is the exuvia (for a 100% accurate I.D). To sex centipedes is more complicated, check the vids in YT where people (before) literally 'drown' them (or put those KO with other stuff) and after they check... needless to say, this, added to the fact that there isn't a great market like for T's, lead sellers to 'meh' and they don't even bother doing that. I understand, somewhat. But sucks that centipedes aren't apprecciated too much :-/That's what I thought. I knew that you can't sex a centipede, so most of the time its a gamble if you have a male or female. It's sad that these amazing predatory insects aren't more renown. I think a lot of people are scared off by the fact that they are venomous, which honestly I don't find to be a huge issue if you give your pede proper respect and a well built enclosure. They are intelligent and beautiful. I fell in love with them the moment I started to do research and can't get them off my mind!
I do wish there was more of a market for these amazing creatures. I think the only ones I can find around my area are the Scolopendra subpinipes (like mine), the Scolopendra alternans, and the Scolopendra heros.
Sorta related, is it possible for a Scolopendra sp. to escape a Kritter Keeper?
It is a shame. Ts get so much love, meanwhile pedes and scorpions don't.You can, you can. Just that sex centipedes isn't (IMO) easy just like when it comes for T's, where if someone knows what to search, all you need is the exuvia (for a 100% accurate I.D). To sex centipedes is more complicated, check the vids in YT where people (before) literally 'drown' them (or put those KO with other stuff) and after they check... needless to say, this, added to the fact that there isn't a great market like for T's, lead sellers to 'meh' and they don't even bother doing that. I understand, somewhat. But sucks that centipedes aren't apprecciated too much :-/
I was watching a few videos on YT of a guy successfully training all his pedes to be handled by him. (Source: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkEmI1pS0tCOZH0Waa7qmDQ)How exactly should you go about trying to handle your centipede? it's something I'd be interested in trying in the future. Are there certain species that generally more docile? I know they all can be aggressive and unpredictable, my polymorpha is a psycho
He's actually a member here. (Mastigoproctus)I was watching a few videos on YT of a guy successfully training all his pedes to be handled by him. (Source: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkEmI1pS0tCOZH0Waa7qmDQ)
He claims he was able to handle all of his pedes including some of the more naturally aggressive species with techniques he developed through his own research.
Looking at a 1/4 inch tall pede that's around 6-7 inches long. I have a medium sized Kritter Keeper, but I also have surplus plastic shoeboxes that I could use if that's a better idea.It's possible, depends on how big the pede is in comparison to the holes.
Very good to know. What would you recommend for an enclosure? I have a medium kritter keeper, several plastic shoeboxes of varying sizes, and a 10 gallon terrarium without a functioning lid. The centipede I'm looking to buy is 6" long and 1/4-1/3" tall. I'm capable of drilling air holes if needed.IMO that's the best option if someone wants to find his/her centipede on the loose after 30 minutes :-s
I would definitely avoid the KK. All those slots in the lid are prime escape opportunities for a pede. Rule is, if it can squeeze it's head through it will squeeze its while body through. They are quite strong and can be very determined. I have actually head of them chewing through some plastics as well.Very good to know. What would you recommend for an enclosure? I have a medium kritter keeper, several plastic shoeboxes of varying sizes, and a 10 gallon terrarium without a functioning lid. The centipede I'm looking to buy is 6" long and 1/4-1/3" tall. I'm capable of drilling air holes if needed.
the plastic shoe box is probably your best option. try to find a tall one so the pede cant run up and over the side when the tops off for feeding or maintenance.Very good to know. What would you recommend for an enclosure? I have a medium kritter keeper, several plastic shoeboxes of varying sizes, and a 10 gallon terrarium without a functioning lid. The centipede I'm looking to buy is 6" long and 1/4-1/3" tall. I'm capable of drilling air holes if needed.
I have a shoe box with a really secure lid and one with a less secure lid, if I have to use them I'll definitely use the most secure one for my pede. There's a PetSmart nearby, so I could look there for a lid. How large of a Tupperware would you recommend, and what kind of price would that entail? I'm trying to save the 10gal for an aquarium setup at some point, but if it's the cheapest option then I suppose I could use it.I would definitely avoid the KK. All those slots in the lid are prime escape opportunities for a pede. Rule is, if it can squeeze it's head through it will squeeze its while body through. They are quite strong and can be very determined. I have actually head of them chewing through some plastics as well.
Out of all the options you listed, the 10 gal tank sounds the best to me. I don't know where you are located, but here in NY I was able to find a lid for my 20gal tank right at my local Petsmart for $15. Just take measurements or bring it in and fit it right there (that's what I did). I use a metal screen lid with clips. It stays very snug, and you can add some weights or books to the top in areas you think aren't secure enough.
Also, good options are large Tupperware containers with locking lids. Drill some 1/8" holes in the top and you have a perfect enclosure. The issue I see with the shoe boxes is, depending on how tight the lids fit, your pede might be able to push the lid up enough to escape. It would be terrible to find your precious pede desiccated somewhere in your home.
Hm, I have one that's probably tall enough to stay safe, but the lid doesn't cover all the area--there's a small gap in between the lid and the box, so it's possible that if the pede could grab onto the ledge that it would escape. I was planning to use it for a tarantula at some point since they'll be much larger and unable to get through the gap.the plastic shoe box is probably your best option. try to find a tall one so the pede cant run up and over the side when the tops off for feeding or maintenance.
Being completely honest, actually I've seen on YT a couple of keepers with Scolopendridae housed in KK, but you know, aside from the YT part where there's (like always in life issues) a "good" part & a "bad/crappy" part one, it's a huge risk. Even if housed there there's an adult that "... it's impossible that will escape from those vents". The old motto that "if the head pass so will the body" is indeed true.Very good to know. What would you recommend for an enclosure? I have a medium kritter keeper, several plastic shoeboxes of varying sizes, and a 10 gallon terrarium without a functioning lid. The centipede I'm looking to buy is 6" long and 1/4-1/3" tall. I'm capable of drilling air holes if needed.