A small to medium-sized scorpion species belonging to the Bothriuridae family, endemic to specific regions in South America. This arachnid represents a unique taxonomic entity within the Telegonus genus.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Rocky terrains, semi-arid regions, and grassland ecosystems in South American landscapes, typically at elevations between 500-2000 meters above sea level.
Ecological Role
Plays a crucial role in local ecosystem balance as a predatory arthropod, controlling insect populations and serving as prey for larger predators.
Morphology
- SKIN COAT Chitinous exoskeleton with potential brownish or dark coloration for camouflage
- LIMBS WINGS Eight legs with specialized tarsal segments, robust pincers for prey manipulation, venomous telson at tail's end.
- HEAD SENSORY Possesses multiple sensory setae, pedipalps with chelae for hunting, and multiple eyes with varied light sensitivity.
- BODY STRUCTURE Segmented exoskeleton with metasoma (tail), mesosoma, and prosoma, characteristic of scorpion anatomy. Total body length approximately 4-7 cm.
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons
Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons
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