Description
The Paruroctonus gracilior, commonly known as the Chihuahuan Slendertail Scorpion, is a fascinating and elegant scorpion species featuring a slender build and attractive appearance. This interesting arid-adapted scorpion displays yellowish to tan coloration with a characteristically slender tail and graceful proportions, creating an appealing appearance that makes it a great choice for keepers interested in North American desert scorpions.
Native to the Chihuahuan Desert region of the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, this species reaches a size of 2–3 inches at maturity. Known for its slender tail, elegant build, attractive coloration, compact size, ground-dwelling behavior, adaptation to desert habitats, and hardy nature, the Chihuahuan Slendertail is a prized specimen for keepers who appreciate smaller North American scorpions with graceful proportions and unique characteristics.
Key Features:
- Slender tail and elegant build
- Beautiful yellowish to tan coloration
- Compact size reaching 2–3 inches in length
- Graceful proportions and attractive appearance
- Native Chihuahuan Desert species
- Hardy species adapted to arid conditions
- Ground-dwelling behavior
- Solitary species – requires individual housing
- Relatively mild venom
- Intermediate care level
- Live arrival guarantee with safe, discreet shipping
Perfect for keepers seeking a compact North American scorpion with elegant slender proportions and hardy nature. Each specimen is ethically sourced and comes with comprehensive care information. Note: This species has relatively mild venom but should still be handled with proper safety protocols. Must be housed individually.
