The lesser stripetail scorpion, Hoffmannius or Vaejovis coahuilae, is a small (35-55mm) species of scorpion found in the southwestern United States. It is a member of the "eusthenura" group of Vaejovis (which also includes the American species V. spinigerus, V. waueri, V. globosus, V.confusus, and V. puritanus). It is generally found in Mexico and the U.S. states of Arizona, New Mexico and Texas. This scorpion uses a flick as its mode of defense, but they will occasionally stand their ground with a defensive posture.