Malaysian Forest Scorpion (Heterometrus spinifer)

The Malaysian rainforest scorpion is native to the tropical rainforests of Asia, such as Malaysia. It has a slender body, a shiny black color, like a piano, and a body length of about 15 cm. It is quite similar to the emperor scorpion. The main difference is the pincers of the two. . The Malaysian rainforest pliers are smooth, hairless and slender, while the emperor pliers are broad, warty and hairy.

Adult size: 3.9 - 4.7'' (10 - 12 cm)
Temperature: 72 - 82.4°F (22 - 28°C)
Humidity: 40-60%
Food: mealworms, crickets, cockroaches and other insects