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Fox gorges on 63 centipedes in one night, gut analysis shows

…weighing 155 g, there were two small mammals and one gecko.” According to Kate, centipedes make up a good part of the foxes diet. “Centipedes form part of both fox…

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Yep, bird-eating centipedes exist

…habits may be important for the continued recovery of Phillip Island. “Because of the centipede’s role in driving nutrient transfer, areas of the island with higher densities of centipedes might…

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Centipede venom as strong as its pincers

…The difference in centipedes comes down to the complexity of their venom glands, says lead researcher Dr Eivind Undheim from the University of Queensland. “Scolopendrids are unique amongst centipedes for…

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10 most dangerous stingers in Australia

…10. Centipedes – Class: Chilopoda Fast, agile and a little bit creepy, Australian centipedes are known for packing a powerful punch. Centipedes use their abbreviated arms, called forcipules, to kill…

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Why do we have two legs?

…spare and in some cases can regrow the missing parts. Is coordination a problem for insects, spiders and especially centipedes (one pair of legs per body segment) and millipedes (two…

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How I discovered one of the greatest wildlife gatherings on Earth in far-north Queensland

…just metres away. Starling chicks are the drawcard for many animals – including centipedes. (Source: Daniel Natusch, Author provided) Rainforest menagerie I stumbled across my first Cape York starling colony…

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Spider venom could lead to IBS treatment

…crucial role Nav 1.1 makes in the signalling of chronic pain is the first step in developing novel treatments,” Stuart added. The venom of 109 spiders, scorpions and centipedes was…

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Lyrebirds reveal hidden farming talents

…leaf litter and topsoil while foraging, using its powerful claws to search for invertebrates such as worms, centipedes, spiders, crustaceans and insects. This loosens the soil, allowing more air and…

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Looking for Tjakuṟa

…species, meaning it’s most active during dusk and dawn. Termites make up the bulk of its diet, but the lizard is also partial to nibbling on beetles, spiders, centipedes and…

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Is ‘Toadzilla’ a sign of enormous cane toads to come?

…toads eat everything they can catch – even if it has a sting or bite. They eat giant centipedes up to 16cm long. Beekeepers hate them because they’ll sit in front…

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Fox gorges on 63 centipedes in one night, gut analysis shows

Yep, bird-eating centipedes exist

Centipede venom as strong as its pincers

10 most dangerous stingers in Australia

Why do we have two legs?

How I discovered one of the greatest wildlife gatherings on Earth in far-north Queensland

Spider venom could lead to IBS treatment

Lyrebirds reveal hidden farming talents

Looking for Tjakuṟa

Is ‘Toadzilla’ a sign of enormous cane toads to come?