description Tityus silvestris Overview
Tityus silvestris is a northern South American buthid scorpion described by Pocock in 1897, recorded from Brazil, Suriname, Guyana and Peru.
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Where is Tityus silvestris recorded?
Tityus silvestris is recorded from Brazil, Suriname, Guyana, and Peru. Those countries place it in northern South America.
Who described Tityus silvestris, and when?
Pocock described Tityus silvestris in 1897. It is a northern South American buthid scorpion.
Is Tityus silvestris a buthid scorpion?
Yes. It is described as a buthid scorpion with records across Brazil, Suriname, Guyana, and Peru.
How does Tityus silvestris differ in range from Buthus ibericus?
Tityus silvestris is recorded in northern South America, including Brazil, Suriname, Guyana, and Peru. Buthus ibericus is associated with western Spain and Portugal, so their recorded ranges are on different continents.
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