The Fascinating Hunting Secrets of Scorpions

Scorpions are nocturnal predators They hunt at night when temperatures are cooler Their diet mainly consists of insects and other small invertebrates Larger scorpions may also prey on lizards snakes and even small rodents Scorpions are ambush predators They lie in wait for their prey to come close Their senses are highly attuned to vibrations They can detect the slightest movement of nearby insects Once within striking distance they use their pincers to grab and subdue their prey If the prey is large or struggles the scorpion will use its stinger The venom quickly paralyzes the victim The scorpion can then feed at its leisure