Mastigoproctus is a genus of whip scorpions. Native to the rain forest regions of northern South America these whip scorpions can reach a length of up to 9 centimetres (3.5 in) and can weigh over 30 grams (1.1 oz). Despite popular belief they are not venomous as like all other whip scorpions they do not possess venom glands.
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