Seek medical attention if this occurs. Return to Poisonous Critters. Centipede Six to eight inches long with a flat, elongated segmented body. It has a pair of legs attached to each body segment. Poisonous front claws behind the head grasp and kill prey.
Sting causes pain and sensitivity similar to that of a bee.
Treat affected area by applying an ice pack. Seek immediate medical treatment if allergic reactions develop. Return to Poisonous Critters. Grasps victim with strong front legs and, like the assassin bug, it injects a tissue-dissolving venom that causes extreme pain and inflammation below the bite. Seek medical attention if you experience redness, swelling or an increase in pain.