The Emperor Scorpion is a very large, impressive, and hardy scorpion from tropical Africa. It
is also the one of the only species of scorpion that is known to be handled, yet, it is not
recommended. The venom is used infrequently, and is in not harmful to humans. These
scorpions are popular animals in scary movies, due to the factor that they can have close
contact with actors. This is because most Emperor Scorpions are docile. They can be kept in
groups of three or more, as long as they are provided with enough food, but that is not
recommended. If you are choosing a scorpion, the Emperor Scorpion won't let you down.

Range Tropical rainforests of West Africa, mainly collected in Togo, and Ghana.

Habitat Found in burrows under rocks, and other natural debris.

Type Terrestial, but will burrow to some extent.

Diet Babies eat pinhead crickets, that have been crushed, or had the legs taken off them
so that the scorpions can catch the food easily. Adults eat crickets, mealworms, woodlice,
other large insects, and an occasional pinkie mouse.

Full Grown Size 5 to 6.5 inches.

Growth Medium speed.

Temperature 70 to 90 degrees F.

Humidity High. This species will drink from a shallow, wide water dish.

Temperament Docile and calm.

Housing 5 to 10-gallon tank. Floor space is more important than height.

Substrate Damp potting soil, with moss, and maybe vermiculite, about 3 to 6 inches
deep. Rocks should be added for burrowing, and a place to hide.

Other Names Imperial Scorpion.