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Scutigera coleoptrata

Description:

Scutigera coleoptrata, commonly known as the house centipede, is a species of arthropod belonging to the centipede family. It is characterized by its long, segmented body and numerous legs, with each segment housing a pair of legs.

Senses:

1. Noun:

   A type of centipede.

   Example Sentence:

   I found a scutigera coleoptrata crawling on the bathroom floor last night.

Usages:

1. Popular Usage:

   Scutigera coleoptrata is often regarded as a beneficial insect due to its ability to control other household pests, such as spiders and cockroaches.

2. Local Usage:

   In some regions, scutigera coleoptrata is considered a bad omen and people believe that its presence inside a house brings misfortune.

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