Rhopalurus junceus
Rhopalurus • Buthidae
A slender Cuban buthid, reddish with a blue-tinged tail — famous as the source of the 'blue scorpion venom' studied in cancer research, yet its sting is not dangerous to people. An active, territorial hunter that's readily cannibalistic, so keep one per enclosure with hides and a water dish at warm temps and moderate humidity. Notoriously difficult to breed in captivity.
Temperature
77-86°F
Humidity
50-65%
Prey size: crickets, roaches
Type
terrestrial
Adult Size
2.5-3.5 inches
Growth Rate
slow
Native Region
Cuba
Temperament
active hunter; territorial and cannibalistic — house alone
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