A small scorpion species endemic to the Pantanal wetlands of Brazil, first described by Lourenço & Monod in 2000. A member of the Bothriuridae family, characterized by its unique morphological adaptations to its specific ecological niche.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Tropical wetland ecosystems of the Pantanal region in western Brazil, specifically adapted to semi-aquatic and terrestrial microhabitats with high humidity and complex vegetation structures.
Ecological Role
Plays a crucial role in local ecosystem dynamics as a predator, controlling insect populations and serving as a food source for larger vertebrate predators.
Morphology
SKIN COATChitinous exoskeleton with dense microscopic sensory hairs
LIMBS WINGSEight legs with specialized tarsal segments for locomotion in complex wetland terrains
HEAD SENSORYEquipped with multiple sensory setae and pectines for environmental navigation and prey detection
BODY STRUCTURESmall-sized scorpion, approximately 40-50 mm in total length, with robust exoskeleton and dark brown to black coloration
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: https://doi.org/10.3897/evolsyst.3.37464
