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Hentz Striped Scorpion

Centruroides hentzi

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Arthropoda ›Class: Arachnida ›Order: Scorpiones ›Family: Buthidae ›Genus: Centruroides

About

Centruroides hentzi, the Hentz striped scorpion, is a species of bark scorpion in the family Buthidae. They are native to the southeastern United States including the states of Florida, southwestern Alabama, and in the coastal plain of Southern Georgia including surrounding barrier islands. C. hentzi is present in other states such as North Carolina and South Carolina due to accidental human importations.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Hentz Striped Scorpion?
The scientific name of Hentz Striped Scorpion is Centruroides hentzi.
What kingdom does Hentz Striped Scorpion belong to?
Hentz Striped Scorpion belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Hentz Striped Scorpion belong to?
Hentz Striped Scorpion belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
What class does Hentz Striped Scorpion belong to?
Hentz Striped Scorpion belongs to the class Arachnida.
What order does Hentz Striped Scorpion belong to?
Hentz Striped Scorpion belongs to the order Scorpiones.
What family does Hentz Striped Scorpion belong to?
Hentz Striped Scorpion belongs to the family Buthidae.
What genus does Hentz Striped Scorpion belong to?
Hentz Striped Scorpion belongs to the genus Centruroides.