description Leiurus macroctenus Overview
Leiurus macroctenus is a species of scorpion in the family Buthidae and the genus Leiurus, the group that includes several deathstalker-related scorpions. It was described in 2014 from Oman, where it is associated with coastal fog deserts, and its reported range extends from Dhofar eastward to Ras al Hadd. The species was established as part of a taxonomic review of Arabian Leiurus scorpions and is relevant to research on the region's venomous arachnid diversity.
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What is Leiurus macroctenus?
Leiurus macroctenus is a scorpion in the family Buthidae and genus Leiurus. It was described as a species from Oman in 2014.
Where does Leiurus macroctenus live?
Its reported range extends from Dhofar in southern Oman. It is associated with coastal fog deserts, an unusual habitat shaped by moisture from seasonal fog.
Is Leiurus macroctenus related to the deathstalker?
It belongs to Leiurus, the same genus that includes several deathstalker-related scorpions. Genus membership shows a close taxonomic relationship, but it does not by itself establish that every Leiurus species has identical venom.
When was Leiurus macroctenus described?
Scientists formally described Leiurus macroctenus in 2014. The original description connected the species with Oman and the Dhofar region.
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