Centipedes are a common class of arthropods, usually with multiple long, elongated legs that attract attention. In many cases, they are found to actively crawl on people, beds and even on people, causing people to be uneasy and doubtful. This article will deeply explore the reasons why centipedes actively climb on people, beds and bodies, and analyze the biological and behavioral mechanisms behind them.
The ecological habits of centipedes
Centipedes are spider-like animals that prefer to live in humid environments and are commonly found in gardens, woodlands, under stones, and other places. They are usually nocturnal creatures and prefer to be nocturnal. Centipedes have highly venomous chelates that are used to catch prey such as insects and other small invertebrates. Centipedes are protected by a hard shell on the surface of their bodies, but they are sensitive to dry environments and usually seek out moist places to hide.
The reason why centipedes climb on people
1. Find shelter: When centipedes encounter dry environments, they will look for moist shelters to maintain the balance of body fluids. There is usually tiny moisture on the surface of the human body, and for centipedes, the human surface can be a better humid environment, so they may crawl onto people.
2. Nocturnal behavior: Centipedes are nocturnal creatures and are usually nocturnal. Higher human temperatures may also emit slight heat, which in some cases may attract centipedes. Therefore, at night, centipedes may crawl onto people because they perceive the temperature of the human body.
3. Chemical signal: The human body usually emits some odors, which may have an attractive effect on centipedes. For example, the sweat emitted by the human body contains some odors that may attract centipedes.
The reason why centipedes climb into bed and body
1. Temperature and humidity: The bed is usually relatively warm and wet, and these conditions may be suitable for centipedes. Centipedes may crawl into bed in search of the right temperature and humidity.
2. Human odor: Bed sheets, quilt covers and other items may have human odor, which may attract centipedes. Human odor may contain ingredients such as food, sweat, etc., which may be attractive to centipedes.
3. Presence of other organisms: There may be other small insects or invertebrates on the bed, which may be a food source for centipedes. Centipedes may crawl into bed because of the need for predation.
Ways to prevent centipedes from getting into the bed and body
1. Keep it clean: Clean bedding, bed frame, bedside and other places regularly to reduce the chance of centipede breeding.
2. Sealing loopholes: Make sure that the doors and windows in the home are well sealed to avoid centipedes climbing in through the gaps.
3. Control humidity: Keep the room dry and reduce the motivation of centipedes to find a humid environment.
4. Insect nets and barriers: Use insect nets or other barriers to prevent centipedes from entering the room.
5. Use of insecticides: Environmentally friendly insecticides can be used to control the number of centipedes, but they need to be used with caution to avoid harm to the human body and the environment.
In general, centipede behavior is often related to finding suitable temperature and humidity, nocturnal habits, and chemical induction. They may actively crawl onto people, beds, and bodies, but that doesn't mean they're malicious. By keeping it clean, controlling humidity, using barriers, etc., it can effectively prevent centipedes from entering the room and create a more comfortable and clean living environment.