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Scolopendra sp. ‘Sumatran Jewel’ — Sumatran Jewel CentipedeThere are beautiful centipedes. And then there is the Scolopendra sp. ‘Sumatran Jewel’. This is one of those animals that genuinely has to be seen in person to be believed — because no photograph, no matter how good, fully captures what this centipede actually looks like. The combination of a deep, dark body, brilliant white antennae, and legs that can only be described as plastic orange — a saturated, almost synthetic, high-gloss orange that looks like it was painted on with lacquer — creates a tri-color contrast so extreme it looks artificial. It is not. This is exactly what nature produced, somewhere in the rainforests of Sumatra.The name “Jewel” is not marketing. It is a description.Why Collectors Love This Species Plastic orange legs — the defining feature; a saturated, high-gloss orange with an almost synthetic, lacquered quality that photographs beautifully but looks even more extraordinary in person Brilliant white antennae — stark white antennae that contrast sharply against the dark body; a rare and striking feature that sets this species apart from virtually every other centipede in the hobby Deep dark body — a rich, dark base that makes the orange legs and white antennae explode with contrast; the three-color combination is unlike anything else available Pictures don’t do it justice — this is one of those animals that consistently surprises people when they see it in person; the depth and intensity of the coloration exceeds what any camera captures Sumatran locality — native to the tropical rainforests of Sumatra, Indonesia; a rare and geographically distinct provenance Extreme rarity — among the rarest and most sought-after centipedes in the hobby; a genuine trophy specimen that belongs in any serious collection Care Overview Origin: Old World — Sumatra, Indonesia 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 — 75–85%; keep substrate consistently moist on one side; Sumatra’s tropical rainforest origin means this species appreciates stable, higher ambient humidity Diet: Large crickets, roaches, and other appropriately sized prey; aggressive and powerful 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.

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