Scorpions Turned Into Pets
Scorpions aren’t just popular in the wild or in shots or cocktails.
Scorpions are also very popular pet options around the world. While there are
hundreds and hundreds of types of scorpions, Savage Scorpions took a look at a
few of the more popular scorpions that are kept as pets. Thanks to
animal-world.com these are some of the scorpions that we found.
Desert Hairy Scorpion – The Largest Scorpion Species in the
United States
Family: Caraboctonidae
These scorpions are popular arachnids that are kept at pets
due to their size and beauty. There are approximately eight Hadrurus species
but there are three Giant Hairy Scorpions that are most familiar. These
scorpions are notable because they are the largest species of scorpions in the
United States, reaching up to about 6 inches in length.
These scorpions only live 7 to 10 years in the wild, but
they are known to live in excess of 20 years in captivity. They are not
considered dangerous but they are defensive. They will sting if given the opportunity
or if they feel threatened. The sting is painful, but it’s usually of little
medical importance.
Emperor Scorpion
Family: Scorpionidae
The Emperor Scorpion is one of the most docile of all the
scorpions that are kept in captivity. Not only are they impressive to look at,
but they are much more handle able than most of their relatives. The Emperor
Scorpion is probably the most recognizable scorpion species and it is possibly
the most commonly kept invertebrate in the world.
These scorpions might look terrifying, but the sting of the
Emperor Scorpion is mild. It only causes localized pain that disappears after
just a few minutes.
Flat Rock Scorpion
Family: Ischnuridae
The Flat Rock Scorpions are one of the most fascinating
scorpions in the world. This species is only found in Africa and they are the
longest, and possibly the heaviest species of scorpions in the world. Males can
reach over 8 inches and females typically range between 6 and 7 inches.
South African Flat Rock Scorpions make a great pet for both
beginner and advanced enthusiasts. While they might pinch, they almost never
sting. They live a long time, they’re hardy, and they require very little
maintenance.
Malaysian Forest Scorpion
Family: Scorpionidae
The Malaysian Forest Scorpion is often times mistaken for
the Emperor Scorpion. Unlike the Emperor Scorpion, this scorpion is not handle
able. It is a lot more aggressive than the other species. The Malaysian Forest Scorpio is quite defensive and will
readily sting when it feels threatened. This scorpion is very aggressive and
does not settle down in captivity.
Striped Scorpion
Family: Buthidae
The Striped Scorpion is the most widespread scorpion in the
United States. This scorpion is extremely small. An adult only grows to about
an inch in total length. The Striped Scorpion does not make a handle able pet.
The species packs a powerful sting that usually produces intense pain that can
last for several hours and even up to 2-3 days.
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