In this world there is every type of animal. Some are lethal while others are less dangerous. There are also animals which are kept as pets in houses and are very friendly. There are some animals which are very dangerous and are a danger to the survival of other animals but there are also animals which are very helpful for other animals and live in a social circle. One of the most deadly dangerous and venomous organism is Scorpion. It is the symbol of danger and death. People are very afraid of it and act like they have seen death angel at the sight of it. Here are few interesting facts about the scorpion which will help us to understand it.
1. Classification
Scorpion is the member of kingdom Animalia and is a member of phylum Arthropod. The order of the Scorpion is Scorpiones.
2. Habitat
They are sensitive to light and prefer dark places to hide. They like to live under rocks and prefer to bury themselves in sand.
3. Shape
They are usually of a palm size. They have a slim rough and tough body and there tail is long and curved in the forward direction and has all the venom.
4. Poisonous Species
All types of scorpion are dangerous and poisonous but the most poisonous and deadly species is death stalker. It is highly dangerous and deadly.
5. Potency of Venom
The venom is present in the pincer of the scorpion. The scorpion with stronger and longer pincer has less potency venom than those which have shorter pincer.
6. Size Difference
In some species of the scorpion the size of female is greater than the male partner. The female larger size helps her to carry reproduction easily.
7. Fluorescence
There are some unusual facts about the scorpion. It is noted that some scorpions glow under the ultraviolent rays of specific wavelength.
8. Reproduction
In scorpion most of scorpions reproduce sexually as they have separate male and female member. However some species are also found to reproduce using parthenogenesis.
9. Development
The number of scorplings differs from species to species but generally eight scorplings are produce which are taken care by mother for protection and food.
10. Food and Medicine
Scorpion is also used as food in china and is eaten with a great liking. The use of the scorpion in the medicine is also very important and vital medicines are made from it.