Flat Rock Scorpion (scientific name: Hadogenestroglodytes), also known as the South African Flat Rock Scorpion, is distributed in most areas of South Africa. The adult body length is 17 to 20 cm, and the longest recorded length is 36 cm. It appears to be calm on the outside but reacts quickly and is easily nervous.
The suitable temperature is 25-30℃, and the suitable humidity is 40%-60%. The juveniles can be fed with pinhead crickets and mealworms, while the adults can be fed with crickets or even mice. They are the heaviest species in the scorpion family, belonging to the large rock mountain scorpion genus. The feeding space should not be too small and crowded. One large pet container is enough for each scorpion. The substrate can be reptile sand or freshwater sand, but if you want to replicate their natural habitat, small pebbles are a better choice. Place a piece of old wood next to the substrate, inserting about one-third of the wood into the sand to create a hiding place with more holes. Despite their native dry environment, a water dish should also be placed to regulate the humidity inside the container.
Chinese name: 扁石蝎
Kingdom: Animalia
Distribution: Most areas of South Africa and Tanzania in Africa
Classification: Three species
They are the heaviest species in the scorpion family and belong to the scorpions of large rocky mountain areas. The feeding space should not be too small and dense. One large pet terrarium is enough for one.
Suggested for pet lovers who enjoy raising climbing pets. Scorpions are relatively easy to raise, but when keeping Flat Rock Scorpions, one must pay attention to safety as they are venomous.
Black abdominal disease: The main symptoms are blackening of the scorpion's abdomen, abnormal feces, inactivity, and lack of appetite. This disease generally occurs in winter or early spring, mainly due to low external temperatures and high humidity, which leads to excessive moisture in the scorpion's body. Reasonably raising the temperature of the scorpion nest and reducing humidity can prevent the occurrence of this disease.
Decay disease: The main symptoms are swelling and blackening of the scorpion's abdomen, lack of appetite, and inactivity, followed by whole-body decay and mass death. This disease is mainly caused by spoiled feed or unclean water. It can be treated with antibacterial drugs such as loperamide and a small amount of yeast tablets. Pay special attention to maintaining environmental and dietary hygiene to prevent the occurrence of this disease.
Parasite disease: The main symptom is extreme restlessness in the scorpion, with yellow granular mites lurking in the chest and abdomen, gradually tormenting the scorpion to death. This disease is mainly caused by excessive humidity in the dry scorpion nest. To prevent this disease, disinfect the scorpion nest with a 1% bleach solution and a 3.5% potassium permanganate solution, or use a 4.5% formalin solution for disinfection.
Desiccation disease: The main symptoms are yellowing of the scorpion's tail, flatness of the front abdomen, and lack of gloss on the whole body. This disease is mainly caused by long-term dehydration of the scorpion. As long as you pay attention to water supply and maintain moderate humidity in the scorpion nest, you can avoid the occurrence of this disease.
Food: Young individuals are fed with needle-headed crickets and waxworms. Adult individuals are fed with crickets or even mice. They are the heaviest species in the scorpion family and belong to the genus of large rocky mountain scorpions. The feeding space should not be too small or dense. A large pet terrarium is sufficient for one individual. The substrate can be reptile sand or freshwater sand, but it is better to choose small stones that are closer to their natural habitat, with a piece of decayed wood nearby. Insert a portion of the decayed wood into the sandy substrate, leaving the part with more holes exposed for hiding. Despite their dry natural environment, they still need a water bowl to regulate the humidity inside the terrarium.
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