Asian Forest Scorpion
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Asian Forest Scorpion (Heterometrus sp.) Care Sheet
Quick Facts
| Attribute | Details |
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| Common Name | Asian Forest Scorpion |
| Scientific Name | Heterometrus sp. |
| Origin | Southeast Asia (Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia) |
| Adult Size | 12–18 cm (body length) |
| Lifespan | 5–8 years |
| Activity | Nocturnal predator |
Behavior
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Generally docile but can deliver a mild sting if provoked.
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Nocturnal and burrowing; prefers hiding under substrate or logs during the day.
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Defensive posture: pincers raised, tail curled.
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Handles stress well in suitable enclosures but should not be handled frequently.
Enclosure Requirements
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Tank Size: Minimum 20–30 liters for one adult; larger for pairs
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Substrate: 8–12 cm of moist coconut fiber, peat moss, or soil for burrowing
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Decor: Cork bark, rocks, hides, and foliage
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Humidity: 75–85% (maintain moist substrate without waterlogging)
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Temperature:
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Day: 24–29°C
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Night: 20–24°C
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Lighting: Low light preferred; no UVB required
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Ventilation: Moderate airflow essential to prevent mold
Compatibility
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Best housed singly to avoid cannibalism.
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Avoid predatory insects or aggressive arthropods in the same enclosure.
Diet
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Carnivorous: feeds on live prey
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Crickets
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Roaches
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Mealworms / superworms
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Feed juveniles 2–3× per week; adults 1× per week
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Provide shallow water dish for hydration
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Remove uneaten prey after 24 hours
Care Tips
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Avoid handling; can sting.
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Maintain consistent humidity and monitor substrate moisture.
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Provide multiple hides to reduce stress.
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Spot-clean enclosure regularly.
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Ensure enclosure is escape-proof; scorpions are excellent climbers.
Breeding
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Gestation: 6–12 months depending on conditions
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Female carries young on her back until first molt (~2–3 weeks)
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Juveniles require higher humidity and small prey
Visual Quick Guide
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🏠 Enclosure: ≥20–30 L, burrowable substrate, hides
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🌡️ Temp: Day 24–29°C / Night 20–24°C
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💧 Humidity: 75–85%
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🍴 Diet: Carnivorous (live insects)
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🕒 Activity: Nocturnal, burrowing
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⚠️ Stress: Avoid handling; provide hides
