Height
3 meters
Year Built
2005
Address
Outback Queensland
The Lowdown
The Big Scorpion brings one of the outback's most feared creatures to larger-than-life reality. This intimidating sculpture captures the distinctive silhouette of a scorpion, with its curved stinger tail raised and pincers ready for action. Australia is home to dozens of scorpion species, from the small and harmless to the larger desert varieties that can deliver a painful sting. The Big Scorpion celebrates these ancient arachnids that have survived virtually unchanged for 400 million years. For outback travelers, it serves as a reminder to shake out boots and check sleeping bags - while admiring these creatures from a safe distance.
Did you know?
"Baby scorpions ride on their mother's back"
History
Scorpions have lived in Australia for millions of years, thriving in the arid outback. The Big Scorpion celebrates these fascinating creatures while adding to Queensland's collection of quirky roadside attractions.
More Fun Facts
- •Australia has over 40 species of scorpions
- •Scorpions glow under UV light
- •They've existed virtually unchanged for 400 million years
- •Australian scorpions are generally not dangerous to humans
- •Baby scorpions ride on their mother's back
Visiting Tips
- 💡Shake out boots and clothes when camping in the outback
- 💡Scorpions are most active at night
- 💡UV flashlights make scorpions glow for easy spotting
- 💡The outback has many fascinating creatures to discover
- 💡Stock up on supplies before heading into remote areas
Opening Hours
Outdoor sculpture accessible at all times.
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