The giant vinegaroon, also called the giant whip scorpion, grampus, or Texas giant vinegaroon, is a species of whip scorpion in the family Thelyphonidae, scientifically named Mastigoproctus giganteus. Its native range runs from the southern United States to Mexico.
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It is an efficient predator that feeds at night on a variety of arthropods, primarily insects such as cockroaches and crickets, as well as millipedes and other arachnids.
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This species is sold in the exotic animal trade as pets.
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IUCN Red List of Threatened Species
Wikidata: Vinegaroon
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