Noun: Mastigoproctus giganteus
- Large whip-scorpion found in Mexico and the southern United States, known for emitting a vinegary odour when alarmed
"The Mastigoproctus giganteus's spray is composed mainly of acetic acid, giving it its characteristic smell";
- vinegarroon
Type of: whip scorpion, whip-scorpion
Part of: genus Mastigoproctus, Mastigoproctus
Encyclopedia: Mastigoproctus giganteus