You’re walking through your bathroom at night.
The light flicks on. And there it is — a long, fast-moving creature with dozens of legs scurrying across the floor.
A centipede.
Your first thought might be:
“Is it dangerous?”
“What does it mean?”
“Should I panic?”
Let’s take a breath.
Finding a centipede in your home isn’t a supernatural sign — good or bad. It’s simply a clue about your environment.
Let’s explore why centipedes come inside, whether they’re harmful, and what their presence really tells you — so you can respond calmly and wisely.
Because real understanding doesn’t come from superstition. It comes from knowing what you’re dealing with — and why it’s there.
🔍 Why Do Centipedes End Up Indoors?
Centipedes don’t move in to stay — they wander in by accident, usually while chasing prey.
But if you see one… it likely means:

