Habitat Emperor scorpions are found in the hot, humid rainforest, nestled in their own burrows, which they dig in the soil. Emperors also dig under rocks, logs or tree roots. Scorpions grow and shed their entire exoskeleton several times before they are full grown. As adults, emperor scorpions are difficult to distinguish from a distance, since males and females act and look similar. Males can be smaller or narrower, and spend a majority of their time looking for females with which to mate.
Emperors are glossy black, but can be dark brown to green.
The stinger and claws can also be red-colored. Five to 8 years old in captivity. Mating can occur year-round, but requires warm temperatures. When the two meet, the male holds her in his grasp. He holds and pushes the female around until he finds a suitable place to mate.