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Poster Print : Scolopendra gigantea, giant centipede
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Scolopendra gigantea, giant centipede
A giant centipede which was brought into the Museums Insect Identification service after being found in a living room in London. The specimen is venomous and not native to the UK
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Arthropod Arthropoda Centipede Central America Chilopod Chilopoda Giant Myriapoda South America South American Venomous Giant Centipede Invertebrata Scolopendra Scolopendra Gigantea Scolopendridae
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Introducing the captivating and intriguing Scolopendra gigantea poster print from Media Storehouse, brought to you in collaboration with Mary Evans Prints Online. This stunning image showcases a giant centipede specimen, an impressive and venomous invertebrate that made headlines when it was discovered in a London living room, far from its native habitat. With its menacing yet beautiful form, this poster is a must-have for nature enthusiasts, entomologists, and anyone with an appreciation for the wonders of the natural world. Bring the mystery and allure of this exotic creature into your home or office with our high-quality, professionally printed poster.
Premium quality poster prints are printed on luxurious semi-gloss satin 270 gsm paper. Our meticulously crafted poster prints offer an affordable option for decorating any space, making them ideal for living rooms, bedrooms, offices and beyond. To ensure your poster arrives in good condition, we roll and send them in strong mailing tubes.
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Estimated Product Size is 30.3cm x 21.6cm (11.9" x 8.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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1. Title: A Giant Encounter: The Venomous Scolopendra Gigantea Discovered in a London Home. This striking image showcases the impressive form of a Scolopendra gigantea, also known as the Amazonian giant centipede or the Peruvian giant yellowleg centipede. This specimen, measuring over 30 centimeters in length, was brought to the Museum's Insect Identification service after being discovered in a London residence. Although native to South and Central America, the arrival of this invasive invertebrate in the UK is a reminder of the unpredictable nature of global biodiversity. As a member of the Chilopoda order, specifically the Scolopendridae family, this centipede is part of the class Chilopoda, subclass Myriapoda, and phylum Arthropoda. Its anatomy is characterized by a long, segmented body, each segment bearing a pair of legs, except for the first and last. The centipede's legs, numbering 15 pairs, are long and slender, with the last pair being the most prominent and modified for grasping and injecting venom. Despite its intimidating appearance, the Scolopendra gigantea is not aggressive by nature. However, it is venomous and can inflict a painful bite when threatened. The venom, composed of a complex mixture of toxins, can cause localized pain, swelling, and in severe cases, systemic reactions. This fascinating invertebrate is a reminder of the diverse and often unexpected inhabitants of our planet. Its discovery in an urban environment underscores the importance of biodiversity conservation and the need for continued research into the biology and behavior of such intriguing organisms.
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