Looking for scorpions for sale in Sydney? Birdsville, your small animal specialist at 684 Botany Road, Alexandria, servicing the Eastern Suburbs and Inner South Sydney, has native Australian scorpions regularly in stock. Customers travel from right across Sydney to see our current stock and get set up with everything they need.

Pet scorpions are hardy, low maintenance arachnids known for their nocturnal habits, burrowing behaviour and a lifespan that can stretch to 5 to 15 years depending on species. They need a secure, escape proof enclosure sized to the species, smaller for rock dwelling and rainforest types, larger and deeper for burrowing desert species, the right substrate for burrowing or humidity, a reliable water source and a diet of appropriately sized live insects fed roughly once or twice a week. Our How to Care for Pet Scorpions page covers the full setup, including exactly how feeding differs between desert and rainforest species and how to read the early signs of a moult, well worth a read before yours comes home.

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Scorpions are fascinating, low fuss pets that don’t need daily interaction, walking or grooming. They’re quiet, don’t smell when housed correctly, and are content being observed rather than handled, a striking display animal without the ongoing commitment of a cat or dog.

Why a Scorpion Might Not Be Right For You

This is a look, don’t touch pet more than a hold and cuddle one. Handling should stay occasional at most, and while Australian species aren’t medically dangerous, a sting is still an unpleasant surprise you’d rather avoid, particularly for anyone allergic to bee or wasp venom. Scorpions are also strictly nocturnal, so if you’re hoping for an animal that’s active and visible during the day, you’ll mostly be looking at an empty looking enclosure until the evening. Feeding means keeping live insects on hand, and while it’s less often than most pets, some species can live 15 years, a real commitment if you’re choosing one for the long haul. If arachnids make your skin crawl rather than fascinate you, or anyone in the household has a phobia, this isn’t the pet to test that on.

Scorpions are an excellent fit for apartments and rental properties. They’re silent, take up very little floor space, produce no odour when the enclosure is maintained properly, and won’t disturb neighbours the way a barking dog or a loud bird might. Their enclosure sits comfortably on a shelf or desk, a real advantage over almost any other pet in a rental or apartment.

Scorpion Varieties

Commonly kept native Australian species include the Desert Scorpion (Urodacus yaschenkoi), the Flinders Ranges Scorpion (Urodacus elongatus) and the Rainforest Scorpion (Hormurus waigiensis), each suited to a different style of enclosure. Which of these we have on hand depends on the current breeding and stock cycle, ask our team which species is available right now and which would suit your setup best.

Are Scorpions Legal to Keep in NSW?

Native Australian scorpions can be kept in NSW without a specific wildlife licence, unlike native reptiles, frogs, birds and mammals, which each fall under their own licensing category. All scorpions sold at Birdsville are native Australian species, so you can buy and keep them with complete peace of mind.

Sexing & Refund Policy

Reliably sexing a scorpion means comparing the pectines against a second individual of the same species and similar age, so we can’t guarantee the sex of a scorpion at the time of sale. Given that uncertainty, we’re not able to offer a refund, credit or exchange based on the sex your scorpion turns out to be.

Health Guarantee

All our animals come with a health guarantee.

Availability

Native Australian scorpions are regularly in stock, with availability depending on the season and current breeding cycles. If we’re between batches, we’re happy to take a deposit to secure your spot on the next available group, and if you’re after a specific species or need multiple scorpions for a display or educational setup, we also take special orders, just ask our team in store.

Package Deals & In-Store Help

Our team can help put together a complete scorpion setup in one visit rather than several separate trips, covering the enclosure, substrate, hides and feeding supplies your species needs. Buying it all as a package works out better value than piecing it together yourself, and there’s plenty more on our shelves beyond what’s listed here worth having a look through.

Taking Your New Scorpion Home

A secure, ventilated container with a little substrate or paper towel inside is all a scorpion needs for the trip home. Keep the journey short, avoid direct sun or a hot car, and never leave the container unattended in a parked vehicle even briefly. If you don’t have a suitable container on hand, ours are stocked in store and ready to go.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you always have scorpions for sale?

Native Australian scorpions are regularly in stock at our Alexandria store, though availability shifts a little with breeding cycles and demand. If you’re after a specific species or need several for a display or educational setup, give us a call or drop by in person and our team will tell you exactly what’s on hand.

Can I keep two scorpions together?

Generally no, most Australian species are territorial and will fight or cannibalise each other outside a deliberate, carefully monitored breeding attempt. If you’d like more than one scorpion, plan on a separate enclosure for each rather than trying to save space by combining them.

Are scorpions dangerous to keep?

Not really. Australian species aren’t considered medically dangerous, a sting is typically compared to a bee sting in intensity, and their main defence is a quick sting rather than anything more serious. Basic caution around handling and a properly sealed enclosure is all that’s needed to keep both you and your scorpion safe.

How long will my scorpion live?

It depends on the species, but most commonly kept Australian scorpions live 5 to 15 years with good care, among the longest lifespans of any invertebrate you can keep. Desert species such as Urodacus yaschenkoi tend toward the longer end. Ask our team which species we currently have if a longer lifespan matters most to you.

What size enclosure does a pet scorpion need?

It depends heavily on the species, burrowing desert scorpions need real digging depth while rock dwelling and rainforest species do fine with a smaller footprint. Our How to Care for Pet Scorpions page breaks down the exact sizing for each type before you buy an enclosure.

Is a scorpion a good first pet if I’ve never kept an invertebrate before?

Yes, native Australian scorpions are considered a manageable starting point, they’re low maintenance, feed far less often than most pets, and their care requirements are fairly forgiving once the enclosure is set up correctly. Just go in expecting a look, don’t touch pet rather than one you’ll be handling regularly.

Visit Us

Drop into Birdsville at 684 Botany Road, Alexandria, servicing the Eastern Suburbs and Inner South Sydney, to see our scorpions up close. Our team is on hand to help you choose the right species and get properly set up before you head home.