Urodacus novaehollandiae

[Staehilomyces]

This is my first post on the scorpions forum, but I have been keeping scorpions for some time, even though 'pedes had always been my first preference. Today, I acquired a Urodacus novaehollandiae scorpion, and would like to know if anyone has had any experice with breeding and handling this species. I have already got the gist of basic maintenance. I have also attached a photo of the little beauty below.

 

[brolloks]

Awesome specimen you have there.

 

[brandontmyers]

It's going to be pretty tough to find anyone with experience on Australian scorpions around here. Australia is strictly off limits to the rest of the world, so you get to keep your species to yourselves. LOL.

In general, husbandry should be the same as the majority of scorpions. Replicate where they are from and keep them as the climate dictates. Since it is not a Buthid, odds are it is not dangerous, however you should take caution with any scorpion.

 

[Staehilomyces]

Alright, thanks for that. I have found that with scorpions, they really aren't that aggressive unless you give them a reason to be. I spent three hours (no joke) with a rainforest scorpion (Liocheles waigiensis) on my hand, and it showed no sign of aggression. I imagine if you just coax one onto your hand, you won't be in much danger (unless it is a buthid).

 

[Ratmosphere]

Beautiful!

 

[Staehilomyces]

Thanks for the compliments guys. However, in order to ensure this specimen's survival I need advice on helping scorpions live through unusually cold winters (~13 Celsius). Would a shelter be sufficient? With 'pedes, their burrowing usually means that I don't need to worry about getting them through winter, but my scorp seems reluctant to burrow.

 

[BobBarley]

No idea about this species, never even heard of it. Colors kind of resemble Hadogenes. Anyway, maybe try a shelter with a starter burrow in it?

 

[Staehilomyces]

Thanks. And can scorpions tolerate col conditions for a few days?

 

[BobBarley]

Thanks. And can scorpions tolerate col conditions for a few days?

I don't really know. If the scorp comes from an area with cold winters down to 13 C, it should be fine, but I don't know where it's from.

 

[Staehilomyces]

It's a desert/dry forest species, found across Australia, mostly the western half.

 

[Staehilomyces]

It's all fine now. And it's one of the gentlest scorpions I have ever kept. Here's another pic.

 

[brolloks]

Love that purple colouring he has got

 

[Nella Bella]

mine is still in the tub (6mths old), you have a great looking little man there..

 

[Staehilomyces]

I'm quite sure it's a female, but thanks anyway! I'm trying to obtain a male now.

 

[Nella Bella]

oh my apologies..! she's plump and I like that.. Hope your successful in your searching's..

 

[RezonantVoid]

i realise im quite late to the party, but i do have a male. will try and safely pair my 2 novas first but if you're still looking for a male i might be able to spare him

 

[SonsofArachne]

I would try to keep it at room temp., at the least, if it's a tropical or desert species. That being said a few days at 13 Celsius won't hurt, but a whole winter at that temp might be a problem.

 

[Staehilomyces]

I actually have some doubt about the identity of this scorp now, so until I can get a proper ID, l won't be breeding her.

 

[RezonantVoid]

I actually have some doubt about the identity of this scorp now, so until I can get a proper ID, l won't be breeding her.

I'm very confident that's a nova, the dark from is quite characteristic. Here's my 2 as a reference

The bottom one is a nova despite the title, just incorrectly labelled as Elongatus. Let me know what you think