Arachnid · Whip spider & scorpion
Tailless whip scorpion care guide
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The tailless whip scorpion is a intermediate-level whip spider & scorpion from East Africa (Kenya, Tanzania). Adults reach Leg span 15–20 cm and live 5–10 years in captivity. Needs a vertical cork wall for climbing. Keep alone.
- Enclosure 30 × 30 × 45 cm
- Temp 24–28°C
- Humidity 70–80%
How much does a tailless whip scorpion cost in Canada?
Tailless whip scorpion quick facts
- Skill level
- Intermediate
- Adult size
- Leg span 15–20 cm
- Lifespan
- 5–10 years
- Activity
- Nocturnal
- Native range
- East Africa (Kenya, Tanzania)
- 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
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 tailless whip scorpion eat?
Insectivore – crickets, dubia roaches, mealworms. Adults: 2–3 crickets or roaches weekly; juveniles eat smaller prey every 2–3 days.
Handling, temperament & health
Harmless and venomless but fragile and fast; 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 tailless whip scorpion bioactive
Quantities are for one minimum-size enclosure (30 × 30 × 45 cm).
Tailless whip scorpion FAQ
Is the tailless whip scorpion good for beginners?
The tailless whip scorpion is best for keepers with some experience (intermediate). Harmless and venomless but fragile and fast; avoid handling.
What size enclosure does a 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 tailless whip scorpion cost in Canada?
Typically $30–80 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 tailless whip scorpion need?
Temperature: 24–28°C. Humidity: 70–80%.
What does a tailless whip scorpion eat?
Insectivore – crickets, dubia roaches, mealworms. Adults: 2–3 crickets or roaches weekly; juveniles eat smaller prey every 2–3 days.
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.