| Although scorpion stings can be devastatingly painful, they are not usually lethal to humans. |
| Turning swiftly toward its prey, the scorpion darts forward with pincers outstretched, finally grabbing and stinging its victim. |
| The mother had jokingly advised her not to go to any wild parties or get bitten on the leg by a scorpion. |
| When an unsuspecting tadpole, fairy shrimp, or insect comes along, the water scorpion lunges forward and grabs it with razor sharp front legs. |
| As the frog struggles against the current with the scorpion on his back, he suddenly feels the piercing sting of the scorpion's tail. |
| The scorpion holds an infamous place in Greek mythology as the slayer of Orion. |
