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I've been dreaming about this scorpion for years. So yes, I wanted to go all out. Sorry that I wanted things to look nice. I slapped it in a 10 gallon instead and just put it out of sight instead. Gotta say, my joy of finally owning this scorpion was really ruined by people's attitudes

I didn't think they are giant, nor did I think they need enrichment or lots of space. I know perfectly well I could keep this guy in a Tupperware container for the rest of his life and he would have been fine, but I keep scorpions for appearance and as pets just wanted a beautiful desert tank to...

I live in Arizona and it is quite easy for me to manage temperatures for this species, so aside from that is there really a downside to having such a large tank? I've heard people say it will be easier for the scorpion to catch prey before, but I mean.. they aren't spoiled house pets like a cat...

Thank you. I was finding conflicting information about whether or not they burrow, that was my main concern. I appreciate your speedy reply. I live in AZ so my house is usually around 75-80°F so the heatlamp should do just fine for one side.

So long story short, there's a specialty store near me that I inquired about having some androctonus australis ordered for me. They just contacted me somewhat out fo the blue and said my scorpion will be there in only a few days. I don't have the tank set up in advance, but would like to start...

Yes, I am definitely aware of the strength of the venom of this particular species. I usually use tongs for dealing with my scorpions regardless, so I am not too worried about it. Should be easy to do most tank maintenance without bothering them anyway, it's a 25g tank. My last two scorpions...

Anyone have experience with this species? My last two scorpions have passed away sadly, and I'm thinking about taking on Androctonis australis as I am completely enamored with the way they look. There doesn't seem to be anyone near me that sells them, so I'm curious about average price for this...

hmm... Mantids probably seem like best suggestion at this point. What are cheap "starter" mantids that you guys would recommend?

I was under the impression millipedes burrow quite a bit, is that not true? :O

I'm not really sure what to get. I used to be deep in the scorpion hobby, but sold most of them after my child got to an age where she was constantly wanting to get into the cages. I have this old tank sitting around that I used to house the slings in (Needs to emptied and cleaned, don't judge...

I'm wondering how long it takes p. imperator to grow. I bought seven slings in november, and since then, only two of them have molted. Unsure what instar they are, but have a picture attached. Currently being fed dubia babies two to three times a week, removing any uneaten prey after 12 hours...

My experience with scorpion mamas is just to leave them alone. They're reclusive, defensive, and easily stressed while they have a brood. ;) Luckily, the slings don't stay on mom's back too long. You can investigate further then.

Here's a post I wrote about their care some time ago. http://arachnoboards.com/threads/help-with-hadrurus-arizonensis-housing.278858/#post-2416931 You can give them hides, but they're obligate burrowers which means they prefer to make a burrow themselves rather than a pre-provided hide...

I know it was already mentioned above, but I also recommend Hadrurus arizonensis. They're pretty active for scorps, saw mine above the surface quite a bit and would build new burrows frequently so was always interesting to watch. Very easy to care for, low maintenance, great beginner scorpion.

Is that what your scorpion is living in?

Yes, I've posted some of those pictures here before haha. Unfortunately, she did not make it through the night. I'm terribly sad, but I really hope it was just old age. Eventually I think I might like to get another or possibly another desert scorpion that is active. My favorite thing about...

Had a small waterdish. Just a snapple cap, never touched for months. From what I'd read they get most of their water from eating anyway?

https://imgur.com/a/DI8ZQ Here's an album of her enclosure. Mixture of clay and sand. 20 gallon tank. 5 inches of burrowing room. Can see burrow especially well in first picture bottom left. Misted small corner of her tank once a month. Barely damp. Fed dubai blaptica that I bred myself...

My Hadrurus arizonensis has started acting strangely this week. She has always been fairly active since I bought her last November from a local petstore. Made some tunnels, but still saw her above ground very frequently. I check on her daily, and when I first noticed something was wrong was on...

Looks male;)