Just saw this terrifying creature with way too many legs darting across my basement floor. It looks prehistoric and has huge antennae. Is this thing dangerous?

is generally not dangerous to humans.

Still, it’s worth knowing what you’re dealing with, why it might be living in your basement, and what to do if you keep finding them inside your home.

1. What Is That Strange Creature With So Many Legs?

house centipedes (Scutigera coleoptrata) are small arthropods that are easy to recognize once you know what to look for. They typically have a yellowish-gray body, darker stripes, long antennae, and 15 pairs of legs.

Their exceptionally long, delicate legs give them a distinctive, almost spider-like appearance. They