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Heterometrus silenus

    • Heterometrus silenus

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    • Latin Name: Heterometrus silenus
    • Common Name: Vietnamese Forest Scorpion
    • Temperature: 22° - 30° 
    • Temperament: May pinch if bothered, rarely sting
    • Humidity: 80%
    • Adult size: 5 inches
    • Communal: Yes 
    • Terrestrial: Like to dig, soil needs to hold a burrow
    • Substrate: Moisture retaining soil
    • Origin: Rainforests of Southeast Asia
     

    • Identification and Description

      Size: 

      Heterometrus silenus is a large scorpion species, with adults typically reaching lengths of 12 to 15 cm (5 to 6 inches).

       

      Coloration:

      This species has a glossy dark brown to black exoskeleton, which can appear slightly reddish under certain lighting conditions.

       

      Pincers :

      The pincers are large,  and robust, with a smooth texture. 

       

      Tail

      Heterometrus silenus, has a dark brown/blacktelson, it tends to rely on its pincers rather than its sting due to it's lack of venom potency.

       

      Carapace:

      The carapace is smooth and shiny, with a pair of medium-sized central eyes and several smaller lateral eyes.

    • Geographic Distribution and Habitat

      Location:

      This species is primarily found in Vietnam, particularly in forested regions. It may also be present in other parts of South Asia.

       

      Habitat: 

      Heterometrus silenus inhabits moist, tropical forests and can often be found under logs, rocks, and leaf litter. They prefer areas with high humidity and are usually located near water sources like streams or rivers.

       

      They are burrowers and tend to create or occupy shallow burrows to escape the heat and maintain moisture.

    • Interesting Facts

      Dimorphism:

      Male H. silenus have a pronounced tooth on the moveable finger that seperates them from females, This pronounced tooth is used during the promenade à deux,  a mating ritual scorpions where the male will hold onto the claws of the female scorpion and move her into position on top of the spermatophore.

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