noun
whip scorpion
Refers to arachnids of the order Thelyphonida, commonly called whip scorpions or vinegaroons.
サソリモドキは、刺激されると酢のような匂いの液体を噴射する。
When provoked, whip scorpions spray a liquid that smells like vinegar.
サソリ (scorpion) is a different arachnid order; サソリモドキ resembles a scorpion but lacks a stinging tail and belongs to Thelyphonida.
Compound of サソリ (scorpion) and モドキ (pseudo-, resembling), referring to its scorpion-like appearance.