Pseudoscorpions

Pseudoscorpions (also known as False Scorpions or book scorpions) are not actually scorpions at all but are a type of arachnid. They belong to the same class of animals as spiders – the arachnida; and are known as pseudo-scorpions as they look exactly like scorpions but without the stinging tail. There are currently 27 species of pseuodscorpion known to be living in the UK and around 12 of these species are quite common. You are unlikely to see a pseudoscorpion unless you’re actively looking for one as they are quite small ranging from between 2 – 8mm depending on the species. Some have two, four or even no eyes at all and can vary in colour from pale yellow to dark brown.