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Scorpions are characterized by large claws and an erect tail which can be venomous. Ask questions about this arthropod here.

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What is the world's smallest scorpion?

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The emperor scorpion from Africa. It averages about 8 inches in length. My understanding though is that the potency of the scorpion sting is inversely proportional to its body size, meaning the smaller they are the worse the sting.

How many arms does a scorpion have?

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it has 1 stinger and 2 pinchers

Are smaller scorpions more dangerous?

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Actually, both baby and adult scorpions have the same amount of poison; although, the baby scorpions decide to use all of their poison they have (out of fear and immaturity). While, on the other hand, adults are smarter and only use a portion, they can survive, and give you poison according to the disturbance caused.

What are the uses for a scorpion's claws?

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Scorpions use their claws for attacking prey or using them for defense against other animals.

Are scorpions related to crabs?

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Scorpions are not related to crabs. Scorpions are part of the arachnid family while crabs are a part of the crustacean family.

Are there scorpions in Malawi?

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Yes, you will find them there: "African Black Tail Scorpion".

Distribution:

Africa (Egypt, Ethiopia, Kenya, Somalia, Sudan, Tanzania). Asia (Saudi Arabia, Yemen).

Will scorpions live without there tail?

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Some scorpions will survive like that, however it mainly depends on the species. Some only use venom when absolutely necessary, such as a large roach or a locust. However many other species won't survive due to that being their way to subdue prey.

Can scorpions camouflage?

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sometimes depending on the area i think

What family do spiders and scorpions belong to?

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Spiders and scorpions belong to a group of creatures called arachnids, other arachnids include ticks and fleas, all arachnids have 8 legs.

Do scorpions dig?

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yes some of them do dig but their tails remain above ground noob

Do rattlesnakes eat lizards and scorpions?

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if it get close

What happens at the end of the house of the scorpion?

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the world blows up and everyone die hahaha just kidding i have no clue read the book to find out

Why do female scorpions eat the male scorpions after mating?

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She eats him for nutrition so that she has the energy to make children.

Do scorpions have any predators?

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what has the most powerful bite for its size an kills scorpions

How does an alligator protect himself?

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Alligators bight there predator or emerge in the water.

What is an scorpian?

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scorpions are invertebrates because they are under an amphibian group. BY KAI AIDAN SMITH AT WINSTANLEY

Can a scorpion kill a lion?

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Yes , for the thorn of the animal could killed it

How do you escape island escape?

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get the parachute,and press the red button

then you will fall.click on the parachut.

you will land on the tree.

throw the chocolate on the floor.

an animal will come.

click on bart when the animal stops eating

then get the bannana.

give the bannana to the monkey on the next room.

get the stick.

Does a scorpion have a skeleton?

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They have introverted branchial appendages (gills) commonly known as "book lungs".

What are the scorpions body parts?

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It is called an exoskeleton. That means it is a thick durable outer shell somewhat like an ant's.

What is a dove?

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They are birds similar to a pigeon.They are smaller and make a different sound they coo.

Are lobsters different from scorpions?

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Yes, very much so! Lobsters are Crustaceans, whereas scorpions are Arachnids. These are two very different families in the Phylum of Invertebrates. Lobsters thrive in the sea, whereas scorpions thrive in the desert. The two species also look very different from the other, with different diets and different methods of mating and survival.

How do scorpions survive in hot weather?

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Scorpions have an exoskeleton that is water proof and prevents water loss. They usually stay hidden under rocks, brush, trash or tree bark during the hot daylight hours and emerge only after dark to forage and mate.