how can i tell if a scorpion is dead?

megapwnage

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my little brother has a scorpion and it may be dead idk if its hibernating im used to tarantulas please help me. :( link me to pics. or just tell me
 

BrettG

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In my expierence the tail will be flat along the ground/substrate.
 

Teal

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Mess with it with some tweezers or something?

My scorp was laying COMPLETELY flat when it died.
 

saxman146

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Many scorps will not move at all during the molting process and look like they are dead. Their tail will lay down flat. Unless you are 100% sure, I would leave him alone for the night. If he is....sorry.
 

WelshTan

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If it does NOT smell like it's dead, if there is no foul odour in the enclosure yet then DONT move it. ONLY dispose of it if it starts to smell dead.
 
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