Olive Lessor Thick-Tail Scorpion

The Olive Lessor Thick-Tail Scorpion (Uroplectes olivaceous), is a small scorpion with an average length between 40mm to 50mm in length. Overall olive-green in colouration. The fingers on the pincers are lighter in colour, legs characterised by light and dark bands. Last 2 tail segments are granular in texture. Subaculeur tubercle is present. A common scorpion throughout their range, this species is highly mobile in the environment. Often found in unusual places and inside the home.

Similar in appearance to:

• Transvaal Thick-Tail Scorpion.

Quick to use secondary defensive behaviour, stings from this small sized, highly venomous species are common. Very mobile in the environment, its dark colouration makes it difficult to see at night unless using a UV light. Excluding any patient, situation and response related factors, a sting from the species typically results in class 2 or 3 symptoms. 

• Class 2 Symptoms: Refer to class 2 first aid protocols.
• Class 3 Symptoms: Contact a helpline for advice or medical professional.