The Alacran Scorpion, also known as the "Peru Golden Scorpion," is a fairly large scorpion native to the Peruvian desert.

Happiest in temperature above 75 degrees Fahrenheit, the Alacran Scorpion is a desert variety that does not need a great deal of moisture. In the wild, they live in a semi-arid desert. They can survive in cooler temperatures if necessary. The Peruvian Desert experiences quite cold temperatures at night, so the Alacran Scorpion has adjusted to the temperature. They feed on small insects, such as crickets, and gain any moisture they need from their food. Although most desert scorpions are solitary animals, in captivity the Alacran Scorpion can live in small groups; though they should be watched as they may attack their companions. They are generally not aggressive when handled and only slightly toxic. They are terrestrial animals and do not burrow. They will, however, hide under rocks or other materials.

The Alacran Scorpion is about four inches in length. They have a large, darkened tooth on the inside of the chiliceral movable finger, a feature unique to the Iuridae genera.

They are easy to keep in captivity.

Depending on how many scorpions you have, they should be kept in a large tank with several inches of a sand/soil mixture on the bottom. The Alacran Scorpion requires high temperature between 75 and 95 degrees Fahrenheit. A blacklight and/or heat lamps can provide the temperature.

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