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Burmeister's Scorpion

Bothriurus burmeisteri

A species of scorpion native to South America, belonging to the Bothriuridae family, characterized by its medium size and distinctive morphological features.

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Ecology & Habitat

Habitat

Endemic to southern regions of South America, primarily found in temperate grasslands, rocky areas, and semi-arid landscapes of Argentina, Uruguay, and southern Brazil

Ecological Role

Plays a crucial role in regional ecosystem balance by controlling insect populations and serving as prey for larger predators

Morphology

SKIN COAT Hard chitinous exoskeleton with protective granular surface, providing defense against environmental stressors
LIMBS WINGS Four pairs of walking legs with sharp tarsal claws, powerful pincers (pedipalps) used for hunting and defense
HEAD SENSORY Possesses two pairs of eyes, sensitive pedipalps for prey detection and manipulation, robust chelicerae for prey capture
BODY STRUCTURE Segmented body with cephalothorax and abdomen, typically measuring 4-6 cm in length, dark brown to black exoskeleton with granular texture

Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: https://doi.org/10.3897/evolsyst.3.37464

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Related Species in Bothriuridae

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