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Adult scorpions are fully mature arachnids—typically in their 5th to 7th instar depending on species—and represent the final stage of development. They’re sexually mature, behaviorally stable, and exhibit full coloration, venom potency, and territorial instincts. Here’s a detailed breakdown tailored to your level:
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🦂 Adult Scorpion Profile
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Size Range | 6–23 cm (2.5–9 inches), species-dependent |
| Age Range | Typically 1.5–3+ years at maturity |
| Lifespan | 3–8 years; some species exceed 10 years in captivity |
| Sexual Maturity | Fully mature; males often more slender with longer metasoma (tail) |
| Venom Potency | Fully developed; varies widely by species, from mild to medically significant |
Adults display species-specific traits in coloration, behavior, and venom chemistry. Some glow vividly under UV light due to the presence of fluorescent compounds in their exoskeleton.
🧬 Notable Adult Species
- Pandinus imperator (Emperor Scorpion)
- Up to 20 cm long; glossy black shell
- Mild venom, strong pincers
- Ideal for display and education setups
- Heterometrus swammerdami (Giant Forest Scorpion)
- Largest known species—up to 23 cm
- Tropical, aggressive, and moisture-loving
- Often used in breeding projects
- Parabuthus transvaalicus (South African Thick-Tailed Scorpion)
- Highly venomous; medically significant
- Found in the arid regions of Southern Africa
- Fast-moving and defensive
- Centruroides sculpturatus (Arizona Bark Scorpion)
- Small but potent; neurotoxic venom
- Pale tan coloration; common in the US Southwest
- Dangerous to children and the elderly
🏡 Enclosure Setup
- Tank Size: 10–20 gallons per adult
- Substrate: Coco fiber, peat moss, or sand, depending on species
- Temps: 75–90°F (24–32°C)
- Humidity: 50–80% depending on species
- Hides: Bark, cork rounds, rock crevices
- Lighting: Ambient or red-spectrum; UV for observation only
Adults are territorial and solitary—cohabitation often leads to cannibalism.
🍽️ Diet & Feeding
- Feeding Frequency: Every 5–7 days
- Prey Items:
- Adult crickets, roaches, mealworms, locusts
- Larger species may take pinky mice (rarely, and only under supervision)
- Feeding Tips:
- Prey should match body size
- Remove uneaten prey to prevent stress
Adults are efficient ambush predators, using both pincers and venom to subdue prey.
🧠 Behavior & Temperament
- Nocturnal: Most active at night
- Territorial: Will defend hides and feeding zones
- Handling: Not recommended—use soft brush or tweezers
- Courtship: Males perform a “dance” to deposit a spermatophore; females carry live young on their backs
They’re ideal for display setups, breeding projects, and venom research.
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