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Snakes make up most of the images, but human figures, centipedes, alligators, other animals, and geometric motifs also appear.

From Science Magazine • Jun. 3, 2024

In 2022, for example, CBP found live centipedes concealed inside earphone cases.

From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2024

The contraption was cradled on a transport mechanism that resembles several long mechanical centipedes, but with wheels, 288 in all, instead of feet.

From New York Times • Feb. 21, 2024

"The ancient woodlands are full of moss and lichen which light up under UV and lots of creatures too, like wood lice and centipedes all doing interesting things."

From BBC • Feb. 17, 2024

I think of the centipedes that used to crawl over my bed last summer, and think we are like them, with so many legs.

From "Blood on the River" by Elisa Carbone