Scolopendra hardwickei

Scolopendra hardwickei, the Indian tiger centipede, is a species of centipede in the family Scolopendridae.

Description
Scolopendra hardwickei can reach a length of 16 cm. Antennas consist of 17 or 18 segments, of which the first 6-7 are shiny. It is a pigmented species, with exceptionally bright and contrasting coloration, alternating dark orange and deep black segments, with dark orange legs. The head and antennae or also dark orange, but the first six segments of the antennae are generally of a lighter hue.

Distribution
This species is common in the south of the Indian peninsula and it is rarely found on the islands of Sumatra and Nicobar.

Venom
The bite of S. hardwickei can cause swelling and drowsiness.