Scorpion-Australia black Hats

 

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In Australia there are thought to be more than 100 species of scorpion and although they can be found in a wide variety of habitats all over the country, very little is known about these native creepy crawlies. One thing that is well known is how popular pet scorpions have become. Owners say these invertebrates are fascinating to watch and are low maintenance and low cost to keep. Over the past five years scorpions have been increasingly available in pet shops specializing in unusual pets and they are now easily obtainable in both New South Wales and Queensland. However, accurate information on how best to handle and care for scorpions is not as easy to come by.******************Scorpions, like spiders, are arachnids with four pairs of true legs. They have pincer like pedipelps (claws) and have an elongated abdomen with a telson (sting) on the end. Scorpions are found all over Australia in habitats as diverse as deserts, salt lakes and rain forest trees. All scorpions are predators but are not aggressive to humans unless provoked. In Australia scorpions are almost entirely nocturnal.*****************There has been no confirmed deaths due to scorpion stings, although some reports have been made. It is unknown if the sting of any Australian species can cause death or serious illness. If stung the sting area may blister and a strong ache, similar to a wasp sting, is experienced lasting for a few hours. This is followed by pins and needles like sensation in the area that lasts for a few days. There is the potential that an allergic reaction may cause death or severe illness, especially in young children or the elderly.

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In Australia there are thought to be more than 100 species of scorpion and although they can be found in a wide variety of habitats all over the country, very little is known about these native creepy crawlies. One thing that is well known is how popular pet scorpions have become. Owners say these invertebrates are fascinating to watch and are low maintenance and low cost to keep. Over the past five years scorpions have been increasingly available in pet shops specializing in unusual pets and they are now easily obtainable in both New South Wales and Queensland. However, accurate information on how best to handle and care for scorpions is not as easy to come by.******************Scorpions, like spiders, are arachnids with four pairs of true legs. They have pincer like pedipelps (claws) and have an elongated abdomen with a telson (sting) on the end. Scorpions are found all over Australia in habitats as diverse as deserts, salt lakes and rain forest trees. All scorpions are predators but are not aggressive to humans unless provoked. In Australia scorpions are almost entirely nocturnal.*****************There has been no confirmed deaths due to scorpion stings, although some reports have been made. It is unknown if the sting of any Australian species can cause death or serious illness. If stung the sting area may blister and a strong ache, similar to a wasp sting, is experienced lasting for a few hours. This is followed by pins and needles like sensation in the area that lasts for a few days. There is the potential that an allergic reaction may cause death or severe illness, especially in young children or the elderly.

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