Tailless Whip Scorpion

About the Tailless Whip Scorpion

Famous from Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire (the spider Mad-Eye Moody demonstrates curses on). They are neither spiders nor scorpions but a separate order. Their front legs have evolved into antennae-like feelers that can extend 3x body length. They have 8 eyes but poor vision, relying on touch. They can move their pedipalps at lightning speed to capture prey. They are completely harmless to humans - no venom, no stinger, no silk. Over 200 species. They are found in caves, under bark, and in leaf litter. They can go months without food.