How to properly care for an asian forest scorpion

Asian forest scorpions are brilliant creatures that can easily be confuse with its popular cousin, the emperor scorpion. Asian forest scorpion is a little bit more aggressive than the emperor scorpion and they can pack a punch!You will read about how to care for your asian forest scorpion and give it a happy life by following the instructions.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• 20-30 gallon tank depending on quantity
• Asian forest scorpion
• Heat mat
• Forest bed or soil
• Secure lid

1. You have to fill up the tank with the soil at about 4-5 inches thick so they can dig.Digging is the asian forest scorpion's life!A hiding place is optional but you dont really need it due to their burrowing.
2. After you place the scorpion in its habitat, it is important to leave it alone for about a week or so.This is very critical because it allows the scorpion to adjust to its new habitat.
3. After the week is over, it is time to feed the scorpion.About one or two crickets every other day is good but you don't want to over-feed the scorpion.
4. You must also keep the humidity to 70-85%. You can do this by spraying the enclosure about twice every other day of the week.Also, don't keep the humidity too high or fungi and mold will grow on the soil.
5. Here is the note on handling.Always keep handling to a minimum to keep your scorpion from being stressed.

Tips & Warnings

• Make sure you change your scorpion's substrate at least once a month to get rid of the bacteria and microbes that might hurt the scorpion.
• ALL SCORPION ARE DANGEROUS.
• Since all scorpions are dangerous, you should give the scorpion the respect that it deserves.
• DO NOT mess around with any scorpion(making it mad,poking,)etc....