Emperor Scorpions

xXScYtHeXx

Arachnopeon
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Hi Guys,
Im new to the forums :-D Just saying hi!
But I have a question regarding emperor scorpions..
Im looking to start keeping about 3 of them as pets in a
10 gallon tank. My house stays at about 72F degrees at all
times unless my air conditioner breaks than it gets about 85F.
Im wondering if I need a heating source and if the heating should
be undertank or overhead. Im thinking that with 6 inches of bedding
an undertank heater wouldnt be that useful. Some people have told me
that i really dont even need a heat source. So far my tank setup
consists of 10gal tank, 2 water dishes, hiding places, bedding, and a few
plastic plants. So im wondering what else im missing ? If anyone has any input to help me out id be more than grateful.
Thank You Very Much.
xXScYtheXx
 

xXScYtHeXx

Arachnopeon
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I also want to know how to control humidity and if it is really important in keeping emperors... Im an amatuer so I need a lot of help in making the right habitat for my scorpions.. i want happy healthy inverts :-D
 

OldHag

ArachnoHag
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There is a sticky thread on Emperor care!! VERY helpful!! I would have thought under tank heater (being the Herp Nut that I am) but found out that SIDE heat or top heat is whats prefered!!! It tells how to set up the tank for the high humidity that these critters need too! Ive followed the directions and my 2 emperors are so happy theyve been mating like crazy HEHE.
Michelle
 

WorldTour

Arachnoknight
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Actually the sticky seems to have disappeared. :? Still, I would suggest using the search function for all your emperor Q's because the topics have been hashed many times over.
-Mark
 

ArNT1

Arachnoknight
Old Timer
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Apr 22, 2004
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You could (if you are interested enough) buy a book about scorpion care...

I recommend Scorpions - a complete pet owner's manual by Manny Rubio...

Good luck! :)
 

Kugellager

ArachnoJester of the Ancient Ones
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Definiteyl want to read the FAQ thread...a lot of good general information can be found there...the search function is great at finding threads about specific info or species threads...welcome aboard!

John
];')
 
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