• Diet: Insects, spiders, small lizards
  • Habitat: Rocky crevices, burrows, under logs
  • Lifespan: 4–5 years
  • Activity: Nocturnal, inactive in cold months
  • Interesting Fact: One of the most venomous scorpions
  • Danger to Humans:
    • Effects: Intense pain, sweating, seizures (rare)
    • Lethality: Rare in adults; dangerous to children
    • Treatment: Cold compress, hospital care. Antivenom sometimes used.