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\nFinding scorpions in the desert at night is surprisingly easy with an ultraviolet torch since scorpions fluoresce under UV light. This phenomenon, where scorpions absorb UV light and re-radiate it as bright neon green, isn't unique to...\nFinding scorpions in the desert at night is surprisingly easy with an ultraviolet torch since scorpions fluoresce under UV light. This phenomenon, where scorpions absorb UV light and re-radiate it as bright neon green, isn't unique to them—other animals like jellyfish, amphibians, and even platypuses also fluoresce. Professor Carl Clook, a biology professor at Cal State Bakersfield, has been studying scorpion fluorescence for over a decade, aiming to understand why these creatures glow. While initial hypotheses suggested it might attract insects, recent experiments show that fluorescence actually reduces the number of insects scorpions capture. Further studies suggest that fluorescence may serve as part of their sensory system to detect light, helping them assess when it is safe to venture out and search for food based on moonlight and UV exposure.\n
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2021
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