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Emperor scorpion in Reptile Zoo "Iguana", Vlissingen, Netherlands  Emperor scorpion,Europe,Netherlands,Pandinus imperator,Vlissingen Click/tap to enlarge Species introCountry intro

Emperor scorpion in Reptile Zoo "Iguana", Vlissingen, Netherlands

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The emperor scorpion, ''Pandinus imperator'', is a species of scorpion native to rainforests and savannas in West Africa. It is one of the largest scorpions in the world and lives for 6–8 years. Its body is black, but like other scorpions it glows pastel green or blue under ultraviolet light. It is a popular species in the pet trade, and is protected by CITES.

Similar species: Scorpions
Species identified by Ferdy Christant
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By Ferdy Christant

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Uploaded Jul 21, 2014. Captured Apr 21, 2014 13:59.
  • NIKON D800
  • f/9.0
  • 1/10s
  • ISO6400
  • 105mm