House centipede

Damp indoor areas such as basements, bathrooms, and kitchens; also sheltered outdoor spaces.

Predatory, feeding on insects and other small arthropods, including flies, roaches, and silverfish.

Fast-moving, mostly nocturnal hunter with many long, delicate legs; lays eggs in damp, protected places.

Harmless to people and useful for controlling household pests. It may bite if handled, but bites are uncommon and usually mild.