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Tricolor Burrowing Scorpion

Opistophthalmus glabrifrons

Opistophthalmus • Scorpionidae

intermediate

Overview

**Tricolor Burrowing Scorpion** — substantial scorpionid that builds elaborate spiral burrows. Needs DEEP, packable substrate; if it can't burrow it stresses. Beautiful display animal but rarely visible — the burrow is the point.

Husbandry Requirements

Temperature & Humidity

Temperature

75-88°F

Humidity

40-60%

Enclosure Sizes

Juvenile:6x6x8" tall

Adult:12x12x12"

Substrate

Type:Clay + sand, packable, mostly dry with damp lower layer

Depth:6-8 inches

Feeding Schedule

Juvenile:Twice per week

Adult:Once every 1-2 weeks

Prey size: Roaches, crickets

Quick Stats

Type

fossorial

Adult Size

4-5 inches

Growth Rate

slow

Native Region

Southern Africa

Temperament

defensive

Behavior

Webbing—

BurrowingYes

Water DishRequired

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