Asian Forest Scorpion Care Sheet
Housing
Most species of scorpion are best kept in glass aquariums with a good escape proof lid (lockable if possible). The enclosure should be big enough for your scorpion to move around comfortably – at least 5-10 gallons – but the bigger the better.
Forest scorpions come from Africa and Asia therefore require warm, humid conditions. A deep layer of spider life/soil mix (5-7cm) should be used as substrate; this should be covered with moss, and orchid bark chippings can be added. The top of the substrate should be sprayed with water daily so it stays damp, but should not be saturated. Add moss.
You can decorate the enclosure with large pieces of bark, logs, and plants. These will not only be aesthetically pleasing but will give your scorpion something to burrow under.
Heating
Scorpions are nocturnal, therefore do not require light. Although do still require heat, this can be provided using a thermostat-controlled heat mat. The heat mat should control the temperature of the enclosure and should be set to 20-25c. The heat mat should cover 1/3 of the enclosure, creating a temperature gradient, so the scorpion can escape the heat if needed.
It is important to note if the scorpion’s enclosure becomes too great the scorpion will burrow to escape the heat, bringing them closer to the heat. This can lead to complications. Therefore, temperature should be monitored closely in several parts of the enclosure.
Feeding
All scorpions are carnivores, meaning they eat meat. Insects, spiders, and even small lizards/snakes are included in a wild scorpion’s diet. Captive scorpions however will need to be fed a variety of insects. Your scorpion will need to be fed 2-3 times a week depending on their size.
It is best to feed your scorpions at night to closely resemble their natural behaviour pattern. Scorpions will not feed properly if kept in unsuitable conditions so left-over food may be an indication that something is not right.
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