Scolopendra sp. 'Java Black' – Mt. Merapi Giant Centipede | Jet-Black Volcanic Giant | Live Arrival Guarantee

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Scolopendra sp. ‘Java Black’ — Mt. Merapi Giant CentipedeFrom the volcanic slopes of Mount Merapi on the island of Java, Indonesia, comes one of the most striking all-black giant c entipedes in the hobby. Scolopendra sp. ‘Java Black’ — also known as the Mt. Merapi Giant Centipede — is a large, powerfully built species with a deep, uniform jet-black coloration across the body and legs. No banding. No contrast. Just pure, glossy black from head to tail forcipules.The Java Black is the centipede equivalent of a blacked-out muscle car — understated, menacing, and impossible to ignore.Why Collectors Love This Species Uniform jet-black coloration — deep, glossy black across the entire body and legs; one of the cleanest all-black centipedes available in the hobby Volcanic locality — native to the slopes of Mt. Merapi, one of Indonesia’s most active volcanoes; a geographically compelling and rare provenance Impressive size — a large, robust Scolopendra with a powerful, heavy-bodied build that commands attention in any enclosure Extreme rarity — seldom available in the US hobby; a genuine collector’s specimen Bold and active — fast-moving, confident, and an aggressive feeder; endlessly engaging to observe Care Overview Origin: Old World — Java, Indonesia (Mt. Merapi locality) Enclosure: Secure terrestrial setup with escape-proof lid; deep substrate (5–7") with cork bark or flat rock hides Temperature: 76–86°F Humidity: Moderate to high — 70–80%; keep one side of substrate slightly moist Diet: Large crickets, roaches, and other appropriately sized prey; powerful and aggressive feeder Venom: ⚠️ Like all large Old World Scolopendra, this species possesses medically significant venom. Bites are extremely painful and can cause intense localized pain, severe swelling, and systemic symptoms. Never handle — use long tongs for all maintenance without exception. Experience Level: Advanced — for experienced invertebrate keepers only Live Arrival GuaranteeEvery specimen ships with our Live Arrival Guarantee. In the unlikely event of a DOA, photo and video documentation of the unopened or just-opened package is required to process a claim. Contact us immediately upon receipt. Show more