Scorpio maurus palmatus - Golden Desert Scorpion (SA/A)

Origin: Egypt

Lifestyle: Terrestrial

Temp: 24-28c

Humidity: 50-60%

Leg Span: 6-8cm

Disposition: OK

Suitability: Beginner

Interesting middle eastern Scorpion with irregularly large claws. This species is found in both deserts and dry forest habitats where it lives in burrows.  They need to be kept on a deepish substrate and need a little more moisture than most other desert species but not to much. Sometimes referred to as the Large Claw Scorpion.