Holding a HUGE Centipede!

Coyote Peterson explores the Sonoran Desert at night to encounter a giant desert centipede. Despite his fear, he free handles the centipede, describing its powerful venom and unique characteristics. He reflects on the experience, emphasizing the centipede's elusive nature and his newfound appreciation for the creature.

What is the main reason the narrator explores the desert at night?

• To enjoy the night sky

• To capture nocturnal insects

• To find elusive animals

• To avoid the heat of the day

What is the narrator's main concern while handling the centipede?

• Losing the centipede in the desert

• The centipede escaping

• Getting bitten by the centipede

• Dropping the centipede

Which of the following is NOT a prey item for the giant desert centipede?

• Lizards

• Rodents

• Small snakes

• Large birds

What unique feature does the giant desert centipede have at its rear?

• A camouflage pattern

• A venomous tail

• A pseudohead

• A stinger

What does the narrator suggest about the likelihood of encountering a giant desert centipede?

• It is likely near water sources

• It is only possible in certain seasons

• It is extremely rare

• It is very common