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1. Chinese red-headed centipede (Scolopendra subspinipes mutilans); Chinese red head
Wikipedia definition
2. Chinese red-headed centipedeThe Chinese red-headed centipede, also known as the Chinese red head, (Scolopendra subspinipes mutilans) is a centipede from East Asia and Australasia.   It averages 20 cm (8 inches) in length and lives in damp environments. In ancient Chinese traditions, this centipede is used for its healing properties. It is said that putting a Chinese red head on a rash or other skin-disease will speed up the healing process.
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