Asian Giant Forest Scorpion
Heterometrus laoticus
The Asian giant forest scorpion inhabits moist tropical forests, where it hides in burrows and under decaying wood. A nocturnal ambush predator, it feeds on insects, spiders, and other small animals caught with powerful pincers. Despite its formidable size and venomous sting, it is generally more likely to threaten predators with a raised tail than actively pursue them.
- Type
- Venom
- Conservation status
- NE