Chubb's Lessor Thick-Tail Scorpion

Chubb's Lessor Thick-Tail Scorpion (Uroplectes chubbi), is a small scorpion with an average length of about 35mm. Light-brown with either a pale stripe or alternating pale and dark pattern down the centre of the tergites, and a dark triangle on the carapace. Last 2 tail segments are darker in colour and characterised by dimples. Often seen on vegetation at night using a UV torch. 

Similar in appearance to:

• Eastern Lessor Thick-Tail Scorpion.

Quick to use secondary defensive behaviour, stings from this small sized, highly venomous species are not common. 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.