The Giant Rock Scorpion (Hadogenes troglodytes), is the longest scorpion in Southern Africa attaining a length of 130mm to 150mm. Males have longer tails than females and attaining a length of 190mm. Found on rocky ridges and outcrops where they shelter in cracks of rocks or where 2 rock form a narrow crack. Flat in profile.
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Relying on primary defensive behaviour, stings from this large sized, weakly species are very rare. This species is very reluctant to sting. Excluding any patient, situation and response related factors, a sting from the species typically results in class 1 symptoms.
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Note that this information is for educational purposes only. This information focuses upon the scorpion and does not take into consideration additional factors that influence symptoms severity. If you are in doubt whatsoever, then contact a helpine for medical advice.
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