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The widely circulated saying that "a centipede can kill you with a single bite" is really ironic now.
Centipedes are actually not that powerful, and the only thing that can move out the weapons that they hold in their hands is the word "scare".
Many people have been bitten by centipedes when they were children, and not only did they not kill them, but even the bicycle injuries on their bodies could heal quickly.
What makes people curious is, are centipedes really not that fierce?
So what is the relationship between a centipede and a rooster?
Basic information about centipedes.
Centipedes, as the famous "six pests" of the mainland, are also included in the list of "poisonous snakes", mainly because they mainly prey on small insects, and these insects have very high economic and ecological value.
Many of the insects are on the list of "six pests" due to the consumption of these insects, and centipedes are one of their natural enemies.
Although they do not possess a formidable stature, they are no less ferocious than the harsh bugs that harm the interests of humans.
Centipedes have a very long history, with fossils dating back hundreds of millions of years to geological times.
There are also many species of centipedes, with more than 200 species found on the mainland, mainly in humid environments such as forests, grasslands, and swamps.
One of the oldest recorded giant centipedes, which existed as early as the Paleoliferous period, 360 million years ago, can reach two meters in length, while the largest centipede species in the world is only 25 to 30 centimeters long.
The actual size of centipedes is generally not that large, their body length is generally about ten centimeters, and the largest centipedes are generally only about twenty centimeters.
The centipede, which is commonly found on the continent, is about 12 to 20 centimeters long and is found in a variety of environments, with the exception of some polar regions and oceans, where the environment is extremely harsh.
Centipedes are carnivorous insects, which means they hunt and prey just like humans.
When people see centipedes in the dark, many people will be very frightened, think wildly, and exaggerate their fears as terrifying, but these thoughts are not made up for no reason.
Although the centipede is not very large, its body has extremely keen perception, especially in the dark, they are like nocturnal elves, nothing can escape their eyes.
The centipede's ability to see things around them in the dark mainly depends on two things.
On the one hand, their compound eyes are able to perceive changes in light in their environment, so they can determine if there are potential prey in their surroundings.
At the same time, they pay more attention to the changes in the smell in the air around them, and the changes in the air they emit feedback to their brains to identify animals that pose a threat to them.
Centipedes tend to be mainly active at night, and they will come out at night in search of prey.
When it comes to hunting, centipedes are very intelligent, they will use their agility and speed to catch their prey, and stick to their prey with their bodies so that the prey will not break free.
During the hunt, centipedes also use their antennae to sense changes in the surrounding environment, so that they can be more flexible in responding to unexpected situations during the hunt.
After a successful hunt, the centipede uses its mouth teeth to tear the prey into small pieces, which are then placed in the mouth for digestion.
At the same time, their saliva also contains digestive enzymes that can help digest food.
When the prey is digested, the centipede excretes the remaining residue from the body.
The main food source of centipedes is small insects, such as flies, mosquitoes, etc.
They also prey on other small animals, such as small vertebrates.
In nature, centipedes are an important predator that can help control the population of small insects, thus maintaining ecological balance.
The natural enemy of the centipede - the chicken.
So who are the natural enemies of centipedes?
The answer is chicken.
In fact, all birds can be called centipedes' natural enemies, but the most famous of them is chickens.
As the saying goes, "Birds are not as good as animals", and many people think that this sentence is because there are many chickens in the nest, and the hens of the chickens take care of the chickens, so many people are very afraid of hens.
In fact, chickens don't need hens to keep an eye on their young, and chickens are more capable of surviving than many people think.
In the midst of cicadas, centipedes are often accidentally placed in the environment of chickens.
But people have found that no matter how big and ferocious the centipede is, chickens will not be bitten by centipedes.
The centipede will obediently lie down in front of the chicken, allowing the chicken to peck at it.
This phenomenon has aroused the curiosity of many people.
First of all, the huge difference in their size gives centipedes no chance to attack.
Secondly, the beak and claws of the chicken are like weapons.
When centipedes appear in the environment of chickens, due to the disparity in size, there is almost no room for centipedes to attack.
Chickens can easily dispose of centipedes with their own weapons.
However, the most important reason is the chicken's stomach enzymes.
Chickens are fed mainly on plants, and plants contain many toxins.
However, the chicken's digestive system is able to break down toxins from plants, including centipede venom.
When the centipede is eaten by the chicken, the chicken is able to break down the centipede's venom through stomach enzymes.
Therefore, when many Internet celebrity bloggers grab centipedes with their hands and eat them raw, almost no friends will ask about her health. After a period of time, their health and life safety will remain normal.
However, centipedes' teeth are very hard, and they have sharp edges.
Therefore, if you are bitten, it can cause serious injury.
Therefore, if you are bitten by a centipede, you should go to the hospital immediately to prevent your hand from festering quickly.
The habits of centipedes.
This relationship between the centipede and the rooster makes one wonder how the centipede lives.
Centipedes are generally active at night, while chickens are active during the day.
Centipedes are carnivorous insects that feed on small insects.
Many centipedes also devour other centipedes.
The number of centipedes varies greatly in nature, and the number is mainly related to the humidity and temperature in the environment.
Centipedes live in humid environments and prefer shady places.
They are able to adapt to a variety of environments, but the best environment for them to grow is in warm, humid, and shady places.
Centipedes are also able to survive in an oxygen-deprived environment, which allows them to survive in extreme environments, such as damp mud or underground burrows.
Centipedes are animals that reproduce from eggs, and they lay eggs in a suitable environment, generally in the soil or in the crevices of plants. After the eggs hatch, the baby centipede will live independently.
The lifespan of centipedes is generally between several years, and the lifespan will vary depending on the environment and species.
Centipedes are hardy animals, and they play an important ecological role in nature.
Centipedes play an important role and place in the ecosystem.
They are an important part of the food chain and are both predators and prey.
Centipedes prey on small insects and can help control insect populations and reduce their damage to plants and crops.
Centipedes are also prey for other animals, and birds, mammals, and other insects prey on centipedes to maintain ecological balance.
At the same time, centipedes are also very adaptable to the ecological environment, and their appearance and disappearance can reflect the health of the ecosystem.
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Centipedes can be said to play a very important role in nature.
We cannot dismiss their relevance because they are toxic.
It is precisely because of these tiny biological chains in nature that they are more complete and harmonious.
The existence of centipedes also reminds us to be more in awe and cherish nature and protect the ecological environment.