{"product_id":"black-rock-scorpions-urodacus-manicatus","title":"Black Rock Scorpions (Urodacus manicatus)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlack Rock Scorpion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(\u003cem\u003eUrodacus manicatus\u003c\/em\u003e) for sale. The black rock scorpion is a compact, glossy-black scorpion from south-eastern Australia that shelters under rocks and logs. Hardy and easy to feed, it is a classic first scorpion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSourced from Australian breeders and shipped live every Monday and Tuesday (excluding NT and Tasmania).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBlack Rock Scorpion Care Guide for Beginners\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExperience level:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBeginner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e4–5cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSeveral years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnclosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eA 30 x 20 x 20cm enclosure suits one adult.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e20–28°C; normal room temperature is usually fine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eKeep one corner of the substrate slightly damp and the rest dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eNo UVB needed. Normal room light for a natural day\/night cycle is enough; keep out of direct sun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubstrate and décor:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e5–8cm of sandy soil with flat rocks and bark slabs to hide under.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSmall crickets or woodies once a week. Remove uneaten food after 24 hours.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandling:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eNot for handling. Its sting is painful but not considered dangerous to healthy adults. Use tongs or a cup for any moves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLicence:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eNo licence is needed for most invertebrates, but rules vary by state and species, so check before you buy if you are interstate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEverything you need:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eGlass Insect Enclosure w\/ Mesh Lid, Dry Sclerophyll Substrate Mix, Virgin Portuguese Cork Bark, Feeder Woodies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNew to keeping? Read our free care guides or contact our team for advice before your animal arrives.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Biota Studio","offers":[{"title":"Scorpling","offer_id":52864158531815,"sku":"Black Rock Scorpions (Urodacus manicatus)-1","price":29.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Juvenile","offer_id":52864158564583,"sku":"Black Rock Scorpions (Urodacus manicatus)-2","price":45.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Adult","offer_id":52864158597351,"sku":"Black Rock Scorpions (Urodacus manicatus)-3","price":69.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0810\/5014\/0903\/files\/BlackRockScorpion.png?v=1792209306","url":"https:\/\/www.biotastudio.com.au\/products\/black-rock-scorpions-urodacus-manicatus","provider":"Biota Studio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}