A venomous arthropod belonging to the Buthidae family, native to regions of Africa, characterized by its robust exoskeleton and potent neurotoxic venom
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Arid and semi-arid environments, including rocky landscapes, desert margins, and scrublands across southern and eastern African regions
Ecological Role
Plays a critical role in ecosystem control by regulating insect populations and serving as a predator in complex food webs
Morphology
SKIN COATHard exoskeleton with protective cuticle, typically dark brown to black coloration
LIMBS WINGSEight legs with specialized segments for locomotion and predation; pincers (chelicerae) for capturing prey
HEAD SENSORYPossesses multiple sensory setae, pedipalps with chelae, and pair of median and lateral eyes for environmental detection
BODY STRUCTURESegmented body with metasoma (tail), mesosoma, and prosoma; typically 6-8 cm in total length; dorsal exoskeleton with robust chitinous armor
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: J. F. W. Herbst
