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Picture of a Pale Windscorpion.

Pale Windscorpion
Category: Windscorpion
Windscorpions hide in burrows during the day and come out at night and hunt other arachnids as well as insects. They are native to dry, arid regions (deserts). They cut up their prey with large pincers (chelicerae)that resemble fangs. They run i... READ MORE

Picture of a Pseudoscorpion.

Pseudoscorpion
Category: Pseudoscorpion
Although they look like tiny scorpions, pseudoscorpions lack a tail or stinger. The pedipalps (pincers) may or may not be poisonous to their insect prey. Their small size allows them free rides by latching on to larger insects, including flies. ... READ MORE

Picture of a Tailless Whipscorpion.

Tailless Whipscorpion
Category: Tailless Whipscorpion
Large, menacing pedipalps (claws) are meant to capture and crush prey as well as groom. The forelegs (first pair in front) end in antennae and whip around and in front of the Whipscorpion, feeling for prey. Usually hidden all day in dark area... READ MORE

 
BugFinder - Search Insects by Color and State
BugFinder allows for a quick search of our database of insects. Simply select a primary color, a secondary color and the state in question. Hardly scientific but if it's in our database, this can help you find what you're looking for. Dominant Color:
Secondary Color:
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