A venomous scorpion species native to Mexico and southwestern United States, characterized by its dark coloration with variable black striping patterns.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Arid and semi-arid regions including desert scrublands, rocky terrains, grasslands, and areas with sparse vegetation in Mexico and southwestern United States, typically found under rocks, bark, and in crevices
Ecological Role
Plays a crucial role as a predator in controlling insect populations, serves as prey for larger predators like birds and mammals, contributes to ecosystem balance in desert and scrubland environments
Morphology
- SKIN COAT Chitinous exoskeleton with dark brown to black base color, often featuring variable black striping or mottled patterns
- LIMBS WINGS Eight legs with sharp tarsal claws, powerful pincers (chelicerae), metasoma with venomous telson/stinger
- HEAD SENSORY Possesses multiple sensory setae, pedipalps with chelae for prey manipulation, and multiple eyes with varying light sensitivity
- BODY STRUCTURE Medium-sized scorpion, typically 5-7 cm in length, with robust exoskeleton, segmented body divided into cephalothorax and abdomen
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons
Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons
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