Imperial or Emperor Scorpion, Pandinus imperator. West Africa.

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Imperial Scorpion Pandinus imperator Scorpionidae Scorpiones Arachnida West Africa The emperor is one of the largest species of scorpion in the world with adults averaging about 8 inches 20 cm in length Their life span usually ranges from 5 8 years when held in captivity but is likely shorter in the wild

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Location: West Africa.
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