Asian forest scorpion

Key facts

• Asian forest scorpion lives in Thailand, Malaysia, Vietnam, Laos, and Indonesia.
• Group: Insects and bugs.
• It weighs about 20 g (0.705 oz).
• A typical adult is about 12 cm (4.72 in) long.
• It lives about 6 years.
• Diet: carnivore.
• Habitat: rainforest.
• Baby Asian forest scorpions ride on their mother's back until they are big enough to go off on their own.