

They're well-travelled. They prefer hot areas but can even be found in strange locations such as the Alps.


They glow in the dark! Under UV light, these scorpions fluoresce, glowing a bright turquoise. Scientists don't know why.
Let's grow old.
They usually live until they're about 20 years old. Some even live 30 years!


Lifespan: 6 - 8 years, though some live for 20 years
Threats: Loss of habitat. Some species of spiders, birds, bats, parasitic wasps, centipedes, lizards and even other scorpions
Distribution: India to Malaysia
Habitat: Rainforest
Appearance: Dark blue or bright black colour with some areas in brown and a gritty texture
Diet & Feeding: Feeds on insects, arthropods, and small invertebrates
Social Behaviour: The Asian forest scorpion does not live socially
Males and females: Differences between male and females are often extremely subtle
Number of young: 15 - 40
Pain-wise, it’s sting has been likened to that of a bee and some people may have an allergic reaction to the venom

