Superstitioniidae

The Superstitioniidae are a family of scorpions comprising 9 species. These scorpions are primarily found in caves within the American Southwest and Mexico.1

Scorpions, in general, are arachnids found on all major landmasses except Greenland and Antarctica. They inhabit diverse environments, from deserts to forests, and can be found from sea level to high mountain elevations. Most scorpions are nocturnal, hiding during the day and becoming active after dark. They are characterized by a segmented tail with a venomous stinger and a pair of grasping pincers at the front.234