The robust burrowing scorpion (Opistophthalmus carinatus) is a widespread species of scorpion in the drier regions of southern Africa. It is a burrowing scorpion, which often places its burrow beside a large rock. Compared to others of its genus, it has a particularly sturdy body with large pinchers.
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Is it venomous or poisonous?
Considered venomous. Public sources list it as such; we have not verified this individually. The note covers its whole order. All scorpions sting; most are medically minor Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.
Easily confused with
- Opistophthalmus karrooensis — considered venomous
- Opistophthalmus glabrifrons — considered venomous
- Opistophthalmus austerus — considered venomous
- Opistophthalmus capensis — considered venomous
- Opistophthalmus opinatus — considered venomous
- Opistophthalmus pallipes — considered venomous
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Arachnida
- Order
- Scorpiones
- Family
- Scorpionidae
- Genus
- Opistophthalmus
- Species
- Opistophthalmus carinatus
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