Photos of Scorpions |
Scorpions are arguably
the most ancient of land arthropods and perhaps the most ancient of truly
terrestrial animals. Modern scorpions are famous for their modified pedipalps
that possess enlarged chela (pincers) and are important in prey capture,
defense, and mating.
Scorpions are equally famous for their poisonous sting at the rear of
their long "tail" or telson. Although scorpions all typically
carry poison, most species are not dangerous to humans or other mammals.
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from Kenya
© Copyright 2000 by Fred Coyle |
from Selva Verde, Costa Rica
© Copyright 2000 by Fred Coyle |
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Vaejovis carolinianus
© Copyright 2000 by Fred Coyle |
Mesobuthus gibbosus (from Crete)
© Copyright 2001 by Hans Henderickx |
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modified November 27, 2009