Heterometrus

genus of scorpions

Heterometrus longimanus, the Asian forest scorpion, is a species of scorpion belonging to Forest scorpions.

Common names change

This scorpion's names include the Asian forest scorpion, Asian longclaw forest scorpion, black scorpion, giant forest scorpion, long claw forest scorpion, and Edible black scorpion.

Description change

The Asian forest scorpion can reach to 10 inches.

Locations change

This scorpion is native to India, Asia, and of course, the United States.

Sting change

This scorpion's sting is mildly venomous, but is not dangerous than most other scorpions.