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Centruroides gracilis - male
Copyright © 2006 Steve-o

Centruroides gracilis - Male
Florida, USA
Size: 3.5"
Centruroides gracilis are found in Florida and throughout several South American countries. The venom toxicity in the Florida specimens has been rumored to be alot less potent than their South American counterparts.
Contributed by Steve-o on 17 April, 2006 - 5:29pm

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