Across many warm regions of the world, scorpion stings are a serious health risk. A sting late at night can become a medical emergency in places where venomous species live near homes. Hundreds of ...

For people living in temperate regions of Europe, the Americas and much of Asia, scorpion stings are rarely a concern. But for millions of children growing up across the subtropical belt, a scorpion ...

A study has shown a deadly scorpion’s venom carries an extra biochemical sting that could be used to guide future medical treatments and tests. “Found in the Middle East and North Africa, scorpions in ...

An international team of scientists have identified how to pinpoint and predict hotspots for some of the most dangerous species of scorpion in the world. The researchers have established the key ...

Brown Scorpion with Curved Tail Isolated on White Background.© punjabvillage/Shutterstock.com Scientists recently made an intriguing discovery in the Halgurd-Sakran ...

Increase in scorpion stings, rattlesnake bites as temps heat up As temperatures creep to the 100s this week, Banner Poison Control is reporting an increase in scorpion stings and rattlesnake bites.

Scientists have developed a powerful new way to forecast where some of the world’s most dangerous scorpions are likely to be found. By combining fieldwork in Africa with advanced computer modeling, ...