Tityus serrulatus
Tityus • Buthidae
**Brazilian Yellow Scorpion** — parthenogenetic AND medically significant — the riskiest combination in the seed for keepers in non-native regions. A single specimen can establish a feral population. Hot keepers only; sealed containment; check the legal status in your jurisdiction (illegal to keep in several US states and most of the EU).
Temperature
75-88°F
Humidity
60-75%
Prey size: Crickets, roach nymphs
Type
terrestrial
Adult Size
2-3 inches
Growth Rate
fast
Native Region
Brazil
Temperament
defensive
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