The answer to 'why is my centipede bites' is that centipedes can bite humans when they feel threatened or are trying to defend themselves. Centipede bites are generally not life-threatening, but they can be painful and cause swelling, redness, and mild to moderate pain at the bite site.
Common causes of centipede bites include accidentally touching or disturbing a centipede, stepping on one barefoot, or having one crawl on your skin. Symptoms may include sharp pain, burning sensation, swelling, and redness around the bite area. In most cases, the pain and swelling will subside within a few hours to a day or two.