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Asian forest scorpion

Tropics·Invertebrate

This tropical scorpion is native to forests in India, Malaysia and Indonesia.  These scorpions love to burrow deep in the ground and require an extremely humid environment to survive. They are typically black or dark brown in color, with large pincers and a small stinger.

  • Conservation StatusUnlisted
  • Life spanAround 7 years
  • Body size3-5 inches
  • Native habitat Humid tropical regions and forests of India, Malaysia, Indonesia
  • DietSmaller insects
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