Parabuthus schlecteri
Introduction: Parabuthus schlecteri dig a shallow scrape under rocks. Known to spray venom when provoked.
Distribution: Southern Namibia less for the Namib Desert. Observed in Fish River Canyon, Keetmanshoop, Quiver Tree Forest, Orange River and the Karasberg Mountains.
Diet: Sits and waits under vegetation for insects and spiders.
Colouration: Overall brown to orange, similar in appearance to P. raudus but with an extra 10 ridges on one of the tail segments.
Breeding: Males locate females and use a series of vibrations to display his intentions. Shaking the entire body, tapping the pincers or wagging the tail are known 'scorpion chat up lines'. Once in range a set of modified pincers grab the female in courtship displays. Litters of over 20 are common.
Maximum size: 140mm.
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