black rock scorpions urodacus manicataus

[sarahpirie78]

hi I'm a newbie lol

I'm looking at getting a couple black rock scorpions I've read so much stuff on this forum I'm wondering if there is anywhere online I can read about handling these scorpions letting them walk on me and such or should I just use a glove (what glove do I use?) and a small container to move? I'm just unsure of the little details. any and all advice accepted aswell and thanks everyone

 

[adam james]

For moving or capturing temporarily, I would suggest using a deli cup placed in the enclosure, and a small (clean obviously) paint brush with soft bristles. Use that to coax the scorpion into the container while on its side, then flip it up and add the lid and you are golden. Scorpions are faster than they look. If the scorpion decides to bolt, you may not be able to stop it without risking injury to the scorpion and possibly yourself. They also have a little bit of weight, so a fall to a hard surface can kill them, or break a limb off (which do not re-generate).

 

[Brewser]

Handling Arachnids for the Most Part is not advised.
Safety for All is Prority # 1.
Take Care

edit- see previous post above
Catch Cup & Gentile Brush Method works well.

 

[sarahpirie78]

so what do I use to move them?

 

[Nocturnalnature]

so what do I use to move them?

Adam James answered your question very well just a few posts up.

 

[sarahpirie78]

oh right sorry I didn't see that one, is there any thing else I need to know about them? I can't seem to find many videos about them

 

[adam james]

Make sure it can hide and has darkness whenever it wants. They are the definition of reclusive. Look up information about the natural habitat where they are found, such as temperature, substrate/moisture and relative humidity levels. . Mimic these in your enclosure and that will go a long way to get you started on the right foot.
Crickets/mealworms , killed or live can be used as food for example.