Arachnid · Whip spider & scorpion
Banded tailless whip scorpion care guide
Damon variegatus
The banded tailless whip scorpion is a intermediate-level whip spider & scorpion from Southern and East Africa. Adults reach Leg span 15–20 cm and live 5–10 years in captivity. Care matches Damon diadema; a tall cork wall and steady humidity are key.
- Enclosure 30 × 30 × 45 cm
- Temp 24–28°C
- Humidity 70–80%
How much does a banded tailless whip scorpion cost in Canada?
Banded tailless whip scorpion quick facts
- Skill level
- Intermediate
- Adult size
- Leg span 15–20 cm
- Lifespan
- 5–10 years
- Activity
- Nocturnal
- Native range
- Southern and East Africa
- Minimum enclosure
- 30 × 30 × 45 cm (12 × 12 × 18 in, ≈ 11 US gal)
- Housing
- Best kept alone.
- Temperature
- 24–28°C
- Humidity
- 70–80%
- UVB
- Not needed
- Diet
- Insectivore – crickets, dubia roaches, mealworms
- Bioactive style
- Tropical invertebrate
Banded tailless whip scorpion enclosure & bioactive setup
Give one adult at least 30 × 30 × 45 cm (12 × 12 × 18 inches). Best kept alone. This species suits a tropical invertebrate bioactive build.
- Leaf litter2 cm
- Jurassic ABG Tarantula Mix8 cm
Keep the soil evenly moist and dig-friendly; a cork slab pressed onto the soil gives a ready-made scrape.
Temperature: 24–28°C. Humidity: 70–80%. UVB: Not needed.
What does a banded tailless whip scorpion eat?
Insectivore – crickets, dubia roaches, mealworms. Adults: 2–3 crickets or roaches weekly.
Handling, temperament & health
Harmless and venomless but fast and fragile; avoid handling.
Health watch: Molting problems from low humidity or falls are the main risk; keep it humid with a tall vertical surface.
Cleaning & maintenance schedule
Daily
- Visual check.
Weekly
- Feed; remove leftovers.
- Mist one side and keep the water dish full.
Monthly
- Top up leaf litter.
Yearly
- Refresh the top soil if it compacts.
Recommended for a banded tailless whip scorpion bioactive
Quantities are for one minimum-size enclosure (30 × 30 × 45 cm).
Banded tailless whip scorpion FAQ
Is the banded tailless whip scorpion good for beginners?
The banded tailless whip scorpion is best for keepers with some experience (intermediate). Harmless and venomless but fast and fragile; avoid handling.
What size enclosure does a banded tailless whip scorpion need?
At least 30 × 30 × 45 cm (about 12 × 12 × 18 inches, roughly 11 US gallons) for one adult. Best kept alone.
How much does a banded tailless whip scorpion cost in Canada?
Typically $40–100 CAD to buy, about $160–300 CAD for a complete bioactive enclosure, and $40–80 CAD a year to keep.
What temperature and humidity does a banded tailless whip scorpion need?
Temperature: 24–28°C. Humidity: 70–80%.
What does a banded tailless whip scorpion eat?
Insectivore – crickets, dubia roaches, mealworms. Adults: 2–3 crickets or roaches weekly.
Similar species
This care sheet is general guidance from One Bioactive, not veterinary advice. Needs vary with age, locality and individual animals – confirm with your breeder and an exotics vet. Prices are typical Canadian ranges in CAD and change over time.