A large scorpion with an average length of 90mm to 100mm.  Legs and sting are a lighter colour than the body. Pincers are smooth in texture. Found in rocky areas where they shelter between 2 rocks or in a rock crack. Distribution of this species rarely overlaps with the Giant Rock Scorpion.

size... Often muddy.

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