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Israeli Black Scorpion

Hottentotta judaicus

Hottentotta • Buthidae

intermediate

Overview

**Israeli Black Scorpion** — large for the genus, with the characteristic black-and-yellow Hottentotta build. Drier biome than H. hottentotta. Solitary.

Husbandry Requirements

Temperature & Humidity

Temperature

75-90°F

Humidity

40-60%

Enclosure Sizes

Juvenile:4x4x4"

Adult:8x8x8"

Substrate

Type:Coco fiber + sand mix, mostly dry

Depth:3 inches

Feeding Schedule

Juvenile:Twice per week

Adult:Once per week

Prey size: Crickets, roaches

Quick Stats

Type

terrestrial

Adult Size

3-4 inches

Growth Rate

medium

Native Region

Middle East (Israel, Jordan, Lebanon, Syria)

Temperament

defensive

Behavior

Webbing—

BurrowingYes

Water DishRequired

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