Argentine Black Scorpion
Bothriurus bonariensis
Venom note
Not deadly, but the commonest cause of scorpion stings in southern Brazil — a sting brings local pain and swelling; venom acts on sodium channels in lab studies but human cases are typically mild/moderate. No handling.
About
A hardy dark scorpion of the South American pampas that shelters under stones and bark, tolerating cooler, temperate conditions (upper-60s to low-80s°F) better than most hobby scorpions. Give it a couple of inches of lightly moist soil/sand, flat hides to tuck beneath, and a water dish. Calm and reluctant to sting — though it is the most frequent cause of scorpion stings in southern Brazil simply by being common, a sting is painful but not dangerous. An easygoing beginner, kept hands-off.
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