Strigamia acuminata
Description
This is a long (up to 30 mm), red-brown centipede with 37 to 41 pairs of legs which distinguishes it from the two other members of this family.
Identification difficulty
Habitat
Favours woodland and well wooded areas where it can be found in damp conditions such as rotting wood.
When to see it
All year, but especially from May to September.
UK Status
Local in England and Wales, and not particularly common.
VC55 Status
Local in Leicestershire and Rutland.
Graham Calow
Burbage Common and Woods
24 April 2014
specimen examined
Graham Calow
Burbage Common and Woods
24 April 2014
specimen examined
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