Arachnid · Whip spider & scorpion
Florida tailless whip scorpion care guide
Phrynus marginemaculatus
The florida tailless whip scorpion is a beginner-level whip spider & scorpion from Florida, Caribbean. Adults reach Leg span 5–7 cm and live 4–8 years in captivity. Small, hardy amblypygid; give a vertical cork slab and avoid deep water dishes.
- Enclosure 20 × 20 × 30 cm
- Temp 22–27°C
- Humidity 70–80%
How much does a florida tailless whip scorpion cost in Canada?
Florida tailless whip scorpion quick facts
- Skill level
- Beginner
- Adult size
- Leg span 5–7 cm
- Lifespan
- 4–8 years
- Activity
- Nocturnal
- Native range
- Florida, Caribbean
- Minimum enclosure
- 20 × 20 × 30 cm (8 × 8 × 12 in, ≈ 3 US gal)
- Housing
- Best kept alone.
- Temperature
- 22–27°C
- Humidity
- 70–80%
- UVB
- Not needed
- Diet
- Insectivore – crickets, dubia roaches, mealworms
- Bioactive style
- Tropical invertebrate
Florida tailless whip scorpion enclosure & bioactive setup
Give one adult at least 20 × 20 × 30 cm (8 × 8 × 12 inches). Best kept alone. This species suits a tropical invertebrate bioactive build.
- Leaf litter2 cm
- Jurassic ABG Tarantula Mix5 cm
Keep the soil evenly moist and dig-friendly; a cork slab pressed onto the soil gives a ready-made scrape.
Temperature: 22–27°C. Humidity: 70–80%. UVB: Not needed.
What does a florida tailless whip scorpion eat?
Insectivore – crickets, dubia roaches, mealworms. Adults: 2–3 small crickets or roach nymphs weekly.
Handling, temperament & health
Harmless and venomless but very 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 florida tailless whip scorpion bioactive
Quantities are for one minimum-size enclosure (20 × 20 × 30 cm).
Florida tailless whip scorpion FAQ
Is the florida tailless whip scorpion good for beginners?
Yes – the florida tailless whip scorpion is a good choice for beginners. Harmless and venomless but very fast and fragile; avoid handling.
What size enclosure does a florida tailless whip scorpion need?
At least 20 × 20 × 30 cm (about 8 × 8 × 12 inches, roughly 3 US gallons) for one adult. Best kept alone.
How much does a florida tailless whip scorpion cost in Canada?
Typically $30–70 CAD to buy, about $120–220 CAD for a complete bioactive enclosure, and $30–60 CAD a year to keep.
What temperature and humidity does a florida tailless whip scorpion need?
Temperature: 22–27°C. Humidity: 70–80%.
What does a florida tailless whip scorpion eat?
Insectivore – crickets, dubia roaches, mealworms. Adults: 2–3 small crickets or roach nymphs 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.