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Key Points for Summer Management of Scorpions, a Must-Read for Breeders

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In southern China, summer lasts a long time, and in July to August the temperature is often above 30°C, while the relative humidity of the air is often around 85%-90%. In such a hot and humid season, the management of scorpions cannot be neglected. The summer management measures for scorpions are described below. 1. Increase the amount of feed supplied. When the temperature is above 25°C, scorpions become more active as the temperature rises, and their food intake also increases. At this time, they are also in a vigorous period of growth and development, with high consumption, and their bodies need a large amount of nutrition and water

In southern China, summer lasts a long time, and in July to August the temperature is often above 30°C, while the relative humidity of the air is often around 85%-90%. In such a hot and humid season, the management of scorpions cannot be neglected. The summer management measures for scorpions are described below.

1. Increase the amount of feed supplied

When the temperature is above 25°C, scorpions become more active as the temperature rises, and their food intake also increases. At this time, they are also in a vigorous period of growth and development, with high consumption, and their bodies need a large amount of nutrition and water. The frequency of feeding should be increased, feeding once every 3-4 days. Especially when the temperature rises above 32°C, feed should be supplied once every 2-3 days. The feed supplied should not be monotonous but should be diversified. In addition to feeding yellow mealworms, ground beetles, and greater wax moths, also feed @#@254@#@, moth larvae, @#@261@#@, etc. Each feeding amount should be based on what can be eaten up and fully consumed that day. Too much is wasteful, while too little means they cannot eat their fill and it affects growth and development. High temperatures cause scorpions to consume a large amount of water in their bodies, so sweet feeds such as fresh watermelon rind, melon rind, and tender corn should also be fed to supplement water.

2. Humidity management

In the rainy season, when humidity is high, if the indoor relative humidity is around 90%, it will affect the growth and development of scorpions. Therefore, measures should be taken to reduce the relative humidity of the breeding pool and the room, as well as the humidity of the nest soil. The specific measures are: after 9 o'clock on sunny days, open doors and windows for ventilation to reduce humidity, or use charcoal to absorb moisture. If conditions permit, a dehumidifier can be used to absorb moisture, keeping the relative humidity of the breeding pool and the room below 80%, and frequently replace the nest soil, replacing overly wet nest soil with new soil that is pollution-free and has a water content of 7%-10%. Also, remove the leftover feed from the daily food basin outside the room to keep the feed room and nest soil dry and refreshing.

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