It is native to India[1] and is the world's largest scorpion species at 23 cm (9 inch) in length,[2] and weighs 56 g (2.0 oz).

Its manus is completely covered by large rounded granulae, but lacks true carinae.

Its carapace has a smooth disc in which the margins and posterior portion are granulate.

[citation needed] This giant forest scorpion has often been seen around tropical rainforests and other types of moderately warm climates.

Specimens are collected from inside degraded or semi-degraded termite mounds, tree holes and abandoned rat or crab holes in the bunds of agricultural fields.