Urodacus spinatus explained

Urodacus spinatus is a species of scorpion in the Urodacidae family. It is endemic to Australia, and was first described in 1902 by British zoologist Reginald Innes Pocock.

Description

The species grows to 80–100 mm in length. Colouration is mainly yellow-brown to reddish-brown, with yellowish arms and legs. The male's tail is longer than that of the female.^[1]

Distribution and habitat

The species occurs in Queensland.^[2]

Behaviour

The scorpions dig spiral burrows up to 1 m deep in hard sandy soils.^[1]

Notes and References

1. Web site: Urodacus spinatus. Mark A. Newton . 2016. The Spiral Burrow – Australian Scorpions. 9 February 2023.
2. Web site: Species Urodacus spinatus Pocock, 1902. . Australian Faunal Directory . Dept of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water, Australia . 9 February 2023.