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Scorpions: Facts, Habitat, Defences

All you need to know about these nocturnal, predatory arachnids.
Text by: Femi Ezhuthupallickal Benny
Design by: Diviya Mehra
Updated   Apr 10, 2025

Text by: Femi Ezhuthupallickal Benny Design by: Diviya Mehra

Updated   Apr 10, 2025
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All you need to know about these nocturnal, predatory arachnids.


Where can scorpions be found? 

Scorpions are present on every continent except Antarctica. 

What is the most lethal scorpion in the world? 

Indian red scorpion (Hottentotta tamulus)

Do scorpions lay eggs?

No. Scorpions are viviparous, meaning, the female gives birth to live young called scorplings.

About the Authors

Femi Ezhuthupallickal Benny

Femi Ezhuthupallickal Benny

Femi is a PhD student at University College London (UCL), working on the ecology and behavior of Asian giant hornets. Passionate about insects, especially wasps, she loves fieldwork in underexplored places, studying how insects interact with their environment and discovering new species while at it!

Diviya Mehra

Diviya Mehra

is a graphic designer. She was the former art director of National Geographic Traveller. Her love for animals, travel and design has shaped her career through the years.