description Compsobuthus werneri Overview
Compsobuthus werneri is a valid species of scorpion in the family Buthidae, with the authority Birula, 1908. It is a small, light-yellow scorpion measuring about 2.5 to 3.8 cm in Jordanian identification records, where it has been recorded from localities including Petra, Wadi al-Hasa, Shaumari, and the eastern desert. The species is reported from dry habitats, often under stones or in sand, and published accounts describe it as fairly toxic.
help Compsobuthus werneri FAQ
What is Compsobuthus werneri?
Compsobuthus werneri is a valid scorpion species in the family Buthidae. Its taxonomic authority is Birula, 1908.
How large is Compsobuthus werneri?
Jordanian identification records describe it as a small, light-yellow scorpion measuring about 2.5 to 3.8 centimeters. Size can vary by specimen and measurement method.
Where has Compsobuthus werneri been recorded?
Records include localities in Jordan, including Petra and Wadi al... The supplied description identifies it as a species documented in Jordanian identification records.
What color is Compsobuthus werneri?
It is described as light yellow. That color, along with its small size of roughly 2.5 to 3.8 centimeters, is useful in field identification but should not replace expert confirmation.
explore Explore More
Similar to Compsobuthus werneri
compare_arrows Compare: Compsobuthus matthiesseni See all arrow_forward
Reviews & Comments
Write a Review
Be the first to review
Share your thoughts with the community and help others make better decisions.
