A large, robust scorpion species native to arid regions of southwestern United States and northwestern Mexico, characterized by its dense hair covering and impressive size.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Arid desert environments including Sonoran and Mojave Desert regions, inhabiting rocky areas, sand dunes, and dry grasslands with temperatures ranging from 20-45°C
Ecological Role
Key predator in desert ecosystems, controlling insect populations and serving as prey for larger desert predators like birds and small mammals
Morphology
SKIN COATThick exoskeleton with dense hair coverage, providing thermal and UV protection
LIMBS WINGSEight legs with specialized walking adaptations for desert terrain, covered in dense protective hair
HEAD SENSORYPossesses multiple sensory structures including pedipalps with powerful pincers and metasoma with venomous telson
BODY STRUCTURELarge scorpion, reaching 14 cm in total length, with robust exoskeleton and segmented body
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Jbjensen1
