description Urodacus armatus Overview
Urodacus armatus is a species of scorpion in the family Urodacidae, a group native to Australia. It was described by Reginald Innes Pocock in 1888 and is associated with inland arid environments. The species is distinguished in the supplied account by sandy coloration and short burrows constructed in dry soil. It is of interest to students of Australian scorpion diversity and desert arthropod ecology.
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What is Urodacus armatus?
Urodacus armatus is an Australian scorpion in the family Urodacidae. British zoologist Reginald Innes Pocock formally described the species in 1888. [Museum Victoria specimen](https://collections.museumsvictoria.com.au/specimens/1586677)
Where does Urodacus armatus live?
The species is associated with arid inland Australia and sandy environments. It is commonly described as a yellow sand scorpion or inland desert scorpion. [Urodacus armatus](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Urodacus_armatus)
How does Urodacus armatus hunt?
It builds short burrows and can hunt by active foraging or by ambushing small invertebrates from low vegetation. Its sandy coloring helps it blend into inland Australian soils. [Urodacus armatus](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Urodacus_armatus)
Is there a museum specimen of Urodacus armatus?
Yes. Museum Victoria records a specimen collected at Big Desert near Chinamen Well in Victoria between 18 and 27 March 1984. The specimen is preserved in 70 percent ethanol and is currently held in storage. [Museum Victoria](https://collections.museumsvictoria.com.au/specimens/1586677)
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