{"product_id":"scolopendra-sp-mint-leg-centipede","title":"Scolopendra sp. 'Mint Leg\" Centipede","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScolopendra sp. 'Mint Leg' Centipede\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the most elusive and gorgeous centipedes in the hobby. There are a few localities of this species, but all share striking blue legs and reach 8 inches or more at full size. When these are closer to molting, they will darken, as most invertebrates do. Grab this genuinely rare centipede for sale if you want one of the standout species in the hobby.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy do hobbyists keep Scolopendra sp. 'Mint Leg'?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStunning Coloration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Striking blue legs across every known locality of this species.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLarge Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reaches 8 inches or more at full body length.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRare in the Hobby:\u003c\/strong\u003e One of the most elusive centipede species currently available.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should Scolopendra sp. 'Mint Leg' be kept?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reaches about 8 inches or more at full body length.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnclosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide a secure, escape-proof enclosure with several inches of substrate for burrowing and a hide.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep between 65 to 75 degrees F.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep the substrate damp but not saturated, resembling the texture and color of coffee grounds. Organic coconut fiber works well since it resists mold and holds humidity steadily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e A shallow water dish works well as a reliable water source.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crickets, roaches, or mealworms sized appropriately for the animal, offered regularly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fast and defensive, typical of the genus. Not a handling species, and best appreciated as a display animal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAre there any additional notes or considerations?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDarkens Before Molting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Like most invertebrates, this species darkens noticeably as a molt approaches, a normal part of the process.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Exotics Unlimited","offers":[{"title":"1.5-2\" Captive Bred Pedeling","offer_id":52497332764991,"sku":null,"price":299.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"4-6\" Juvenile","offer_id":55124096090431,"sku":null,"price":350.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0701\/5828\/7167\/files\/20250619_130824_6aaee988-7b40-45c8-8c64-75eaaec06be1.jpg?v=1787068422","url":"https:\/\/exoticsunlimitedusa.com\/products\/scolopendra-sp-mint-leg-centipede","provider":"Exotics Unlimited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}