Costa Rican Tailless Whip Scorpion

Species: Costa Rican Tailless Whip Scorpion 

Scientific Name: Phrynus whitei 

Origin: Through Guatemala and several parts of Costa Rica 

Lifespan: 2-3 years 

Size: 2-3 inches 

Enclosure Type: Tailless whip scorpions tend to be active at night, so providing a larger setup is beneficial. Just don’t forget to secure the enclosure well against escape. 

Enclosure Size: The enclosure length, width, and height should each be at least twice that of the whip scorpion’s diameter. 

Substrate: 2” of a moisture friendly substrate. Eco earth, reptisoil, and plantation soil are all suitable.  

Decor: Low branches, cork flats, live or artificial plants, and artificial ornaments are all great to provide your scorpion with some decor. Just make sure they have a couple different hiding spaces to choose from.  

Water: Provide a shallow water dish as well as misting your enclosure daily. 

Temperature: The optimal temperature for tailless whip scorpions is between 65-77°F for tropical species. Semi-arid species are likely to appreciate access to a warmer basking area. 

Humidity: Tailless whip scorpions prefer high humidity conditions between 70-90%, but the semi-arid species can be kept at 65-75%. Mist the enclosure as needed to maintain proper humidity. 

Lighting: No UVB is needed, however, a low wattage heat bulb can be beneficial but is also not a requirement. 

Type of Diet: Carnivorous 

Types of Food: Crickets, Dubia roach nymphs, and discoid roach nymphs 

Feeding Schedule: Once per week