Uroplectes olivaceus is a scorpion of the family Buthidae.[1] The species are 60 mm in length, are black colored, and have fine granulations on their tails.[2] Their venom is not deadly to humans; however, it might cause some swelling.[3]

Uroplectes olivaceus
Uroplectes olivaceus with young, Soutpansberg, South Africa
Scientific classification Edit this classification
Domain: Eukaryota
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Arthropoda
Subphylum: Chelicerata
Class: Arachnida
Order: Scorpiones
Family: Buthidae
Genus: Uroplectes
Species:
U. olivaceus
Binomial name
Uroplectes olivaceus
(Pocock, 1896)

References

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  1. ^ "Swaziland's Biodiversity - Invertebrates Checklists". Swaziland: Swaziland National Trust Commission. Retrieved 5 January 2010.
  2. ^ Description
  3. ^ Treatment
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