description Buthus draa Overview
Buthus draa is a species of scorpion in the family Buthidae. It was described by Wilson Lourenço and Slimani in 2004 and takes its name from the Draa region of southern Morocco. The species is associated with Morocco's desert and semi-desert environments and belongs to the genus Buthus, a group of scorpions distributed across parts of Africa, Europe, and Asia.
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What is Buthus draa?
Buthus draa is a scorpion species in the family Buthidae and the genus Buthus. Its name connects it with the Draa region of southern Morocco.
Who described Buthus draa?
The species was described by Wilson Lourenço and Slimani in 2004. That authorship and year are part of the taxonomic record for the name.
Where does Buthus draa live?
It is associated with desert and semi-desert environments in Morocco, particularly around the Draa region. Its habitat is consistent with the dry landscapes of southern Morocco.
Is Buthus draa dangerous to people?
It should not be handled casually because Buthus is a scorpion genus in the medically important family Buthidae. Species-level medical risk should be confirmed through specialist toxicology sources, so a suspected specimen should be left alone.
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