Opisthacanthus elatus is a robust scorpion species native to Caribbean regions, characterized by its substantial size and distinctive morphological features within the Hormuridae family.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Found in tropical and subtropical forest ecosystems, primarily in Caribbean islands and coastal regions, inhabiting rocky areas, under bark, and in humid forest substrates
Ecological Role
Plays a crucial role in ecosystem balance as a nocturnal predator, controlling insect populations and serving as prey for larger vertebrate species
Morphology
SKIN COATThick, chitinous exoskeleton with granular texture providing protection against environmental stressors
LIMBS WINGSEight legs with strong tarsal segments, adapted for climbing and traversing complex forest terrains
HEAD SENSORYPossesses multiple sensory setae, pedipalps with robust chelae, and metasoma with pronounced segments
BODY STRUCTURELarge scorpion species, typically 7-10 cm in total length, with a robust, dark brown to blackish exoskeleton
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Alexander Petrunkevitch
