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Introduction to the knowledge of the red crocodile back scorpion

2021-09-24 / 1053 Read

The red crocodile-backed scorpion (Latin name: Hottentotta hottentotta), also known as the Congo red crocodile-backed scorpion, is native to the semi-desert area of the Congo, Africa, with a ferocious temperament and strong toxicity. Like other crocodile-backed scorpions, there are concave and convex lines on the back like crocodile fish, but it is more obvious than other species, and the body color changes greatly, ranging from brown, dark Red and dark purple, the color of the young scorpion is more beautiful, generally speaking, it is a rare crocodile-backed species.

Introduction

Red Alligator

Scientific name: Hottentotta hottentotta

Chinese name: Congo red alligator back scorpion

English name: Congo red alligator back scorpion

Wild habitat: semi-desert

Origin: Congo, Africa

Personality: Fierce

Toxicity: Average

Growth Rate: Average

Maximum Size: About 5?

Food intake: large

Food: cherry cockroaches, mealworms, crickets

Lifespan: about 10 years

Adult scorpion rearing difficulty: easy

Difficulty of rearing young scorpions: easy

Feeding method: solitary

Remarks: Like other crocodile-backed scorpions, there are crocodile-like bumps on the back, but It is more obvious than other species, and the body color changes greatly, including brown, dark red, and dark purple. The color of the young scorpion is more beautiful, and it is similar to the adult scorpion of Hottentotta jayakari. Generally speaking, it is a relatively rare crocodile-backed species. Parthenogenesis. The price of 2L~6L ranges from 15~80RMB.