Scutigera coleoptrata, commonly known as the house centipede, has a few different synonyms. One of these is the Mediterranean banded centipede due to its origins in the Mediterranean region. It is also referred to as the common centipede as it is one of the most widespread species of centipede in the world. Additionally, it may be called the "thousand-legger" due to its numerous legs. While some people may view Scutigera coleoptrata as a nuisance, it is actually beneficial to have them in your home as they prey on other pests like spiders, bed bugs, and cockroaches.