Parabuthus namibensis

Introduction: Little is known of the favoured habitats of the Parabuthus namibensis but they have been observed on gravel plains in sandy, gritty regions where they excavate their burrows.
Distribution: Central and northern Namibian coastal areas such as Swakopmund, Henties Bay extending to the Cape Cross area.
Diet: Lunges for spiders and insects, grasping them with their pincers. Venom may be injected if the victim puts up a fight.
Colouration: Brown to orange with the last 2 tail segments and sting black.
Breeding: Litters of up to 32 are common. Straight after birth, young climb onto the mother's back.
Maximum size: 100mm