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Smeringurus vachoni

    • Smeringurus vachoni

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    • Latin Name: Smeringerus vachoni
    • Common Name: Vachoni Dune Scorpion
    • Temperature:  24° - 30°  
    • Temperament: Fast/May sting if bothered
    • Humidity: 50%
    • Communal: No
    • Terrestrial/Fossorial: Can dig if conditions are right but also happy to use existing hides
    • Substrate: Dry rocky sand
    • Origin:  Rocky areas of Southern US
     
    Smeringurus vachoni is a species of scorpion in the family Vaejovidae. It belongs to the genus Smeringurus, which is known for its distribution across arid regions of North America. This species is named in honor of the renowned French arachnologist Max Vachon.
     
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    • Identification and Description

      Size: 

      Smeringurus vachoni is a medium-sized scorpion, typically ranging from 5 to 7 cm (2 to 2.8 inches) in length.

       

      Color:

      It usually has a yellow to light brown coloration, often with darker markings or bands on its body and tail segments.

       

      Pincers (Pedipalps):

      The species has long, slender pincers

       

      Tail (Metasoma):

      The metasoma is relatively thin and elongated, with a stinger at the end.

       

      Carapace and Body:

      Brownish metasoma, 5th tergite is lighter 

    • Distribution and Habitat

      Geographic Range: 

      Smeringurus vachoni is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It is primarily found in desert regions, including parts of Arizona, California, and Sonora.

       

      Habitat:

      This scorpion species prefers sandy or loose soil environments, often inhabiting deserts, dunes, and scrublands. It is known to dig burrows to escape the extreme heat of the desert during the day.

    • Behavior and Ecology

      Nocturnal Activity:

      Like most scorpions, Smeringurus vachoni is nocturnal, being most active during the night when it hunts for prey.

       

      Diet:

      It feeds on a variety of small invertebrates, including insects and other arthropods. It uses its pincers to capture prey and its stinger to deliver venom if necessary.

       

      Venom:

      The venom of Smeringurus vachoni is relatively mild and not considered dangerous to humans. However, a sting can cause localized pain, swelling, and discomfort similar to a bee sting.

       

      Adaptations:

      This species has developed several adaptations to survive in harsh desert conditions, such as burrowing behavior to avoid temperature extremes and a waxy cuticle to reduce water loss.

    • Interesting Facts

      Smeringurus vachoni has a lighter colour form named Smeringurus vachoni imanis

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