INDIAN RED SCORPION

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there are only 30-40 lethal species of scorpions in the world and the indian red is the most lethal [1]
the scorpion's venom affects the pulmonary and cardiovascular systems
most of the scorpion's victims are children
they have the ability to stay in a freezer for the night and thaw out in the morning
they detect prey (mostly insects) by using sensory hairs and organs that sense vibrations [2]
indian red scorpions can glow in the dark
if you aren't treated, you can die within 72 hours of being stung [3]
scorpions go through a molting process during which they shed their exoskeleton
they are very sensitive to light and so they stay hidden during the day
scorpions can survive for up to a year without food and water