Invertebrate · Centipede
Vietnamese giant centipede care guide
Scolopendra subspinipes
The vietnamese giant centipede is a advanced-level centipede from SE Asia. Adults reach Length 20–25 cm and live 8–10 years in captivity. Painful, medically significant venom. Advanced keepers only. Keep alone.
- Enclosure 45 × 30 × 30 cm
- Temp 24–28°C
- Humidity 70–80%
How much does a vietnamese giant centipede cost in Canada?
Vietnamese giant centipede quick facts
- Skill level
- Advanced
- Adult size
- Length 20–25 cm
- Lifespan
- 8–10 years
- Activity
- Nocturnal
- Native range
- SE Asia
- Minimum enclosure
- 45 × 30 × 30 cm (18 × 12 × 12 in, ≈ 11 US gal)
- Housing
- Best kept alone.
- Temperature
- 24–28°C
- Humidity
- 70–80%
- UVB
- Not needed
- Diet
- Carnivore – roaches, crickets, superworms
- Bioactive style
- Tropical invertebrate
Vietnamese giant centipede enclosure & bioactive setup
Give one adult at least 45 × 30 × 30 cm (18 × 12 × 12 inches). Best kept alone. This species suits a tropical invertebrate bioactive build.
- Leaf litter2 cm
- Jurassic ABG Tarantula Mix15 cm
Keep the soil evenly moist and dig-friendly; a cork slab pressed onto the soil gives a ready-made scrape.
Temperature: 24–28°C. Humidity: 70–80%. UVB: Not needed.
What does a vietnamese giant centipede eat?
Carnivore – roaches, crickets, superworms. Adults: 2–4 large roaches or crickets weekly.
Handling, temperament & health
Fast, defensive and escape-prone with a very painful bite; never handle.
Health watch: Dehydration is the main risk; keep the substrate moist and provide a water dish.
Cleaning & maintenance schedule
Daily
- Visual check.
Weekly
- Feed; remove leftovers.
- Mist one side and keep the water dish full.
Monthly
- Top up leaf litter.
Yearly
- Refresh the top soil if it compacts.
Recommended for a vietnamese giant centipede bioactive
Quantities are for one minimum-size enclosure (45 × 30 × 30 cm).
Vietnamese giant centipede FAQ
Is the vietnamese giant centipede good for beginners?
The vietnamese giant centipede is an advanced species – best for experienced keepers. Fast, defensive and escape-prone with a very painful bite; never handle.
What size enclosure does a vietnamese giant centipede need?
At least 45 × 30 × 30 cm (about 18 × 12 × 12 inches, roughly 11 US gallons) for one adult. Best kept alone.
How much does a vietnamese giant centipede cost in Canada?
Typically $40–100 CAD to buy, about $180–330 CAD for a complete bioactive enclosure, and $40–90 CAD a year to keep.
What temperature and humidity does a vietnamese giant centipede need?
Temperature: 24–28°C. Humidity: 70–80%.
What does a vietnamese giant centipede eat?
Carnivore – roaches, crickets, superworms. Adults: 2–4 large roaches or crickets weekly.
Similar species
This care sheet is general guidance from One Bioactive, not veterinary advice. Needs vary with age, locality and individual animals – confirm with your breeder and an exotics vet. Prices are typical Canadian ranges in CAD and change over time.