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Variegated Scorpion

Mesomexovis variegatus

Photo by Felix Fleck
Published on Project Noah
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Field Notes

Description:

Small scorpion of around 28mm (excluding the 'tail'). Brown colouration, with a reddish tinge on claws and last 'tail' segment; some darker markings along the centre of the body.

Habitat:

Found in "El Cimatario" national park, in a semi-arid region with low scrub and, acacias and cacti. After first strong rains of the rainy season. It was hiding under a rock.

Reference Links:

Mesomexovis variegatus · NaturaLista

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