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diplocentrid

scorpion
Also known as: Diplocentridae

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The Diplocentridae family is a group of scorpions found in warm regions of the Middle East, Mexico, southward to northern South America, and the Antilles islands. These scorpions are characterized by a tubercular spine located under their stinger.1

Scorpions, in general, are arachnids with a segmented tail ending in a venomous stinger and grasping pincers at the front. They inhabit diverse environments worldwide, from deserts to mountains, and are primarily nocturnal. Scorpions are opportunistic predators, feeding on insects, spiders, and occasionally small vertebrates. While most are solitary, some species exhibit social behavior, with mothers caring for their young for extended periods.23456

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