Scorpions are a frightening and deadly group of animals. But their venom is one of nature's most unique chemical cocktails. Here’s how scientists are using it for inspiration to design new medicines and pain killers.

It feels like for an animal, having one's butt fall off would be pretty bad. But apparently that's not always the worst thing to happen, at least not for these specific animals.

Sea scorpions thrived for 200 million years, coming in a wide variety of shapes and sizes. Over time, they developed a number of adaptations--from crushing claws to flattened tails for swimming. And some of them adapted by getting so big...

Hank and PhD Candidate Joanna Kreitinger discuss research being performed on dendritic cells in relation to the immune system. Later, Jessi from Animal Wonders joins to show us the emperor scorpions.

From menstrual cycles to rainfall, there are lots of claims about the moon's influence. In today's episode, Hank is here to set the record straight with 8 myths & facts about our moon.

With so many claims about the moon’s influence over everything from menstrual cycles to rainfall, SciShow is here to set the record straight with these 8 truths and myths about our moon.

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There are a lot of ways to kill and be killed in the animal kingdom, but only a lucky few use the powers of venom. Not all are closely related, so how did they acquire the same defenses, where did venom come from, and how does it work?...

From mice that battle scorpions to microscopic moss piglets that can survive a solar storm, here are 6 of Earth’s most hardcore beings!

All animals have adaptations that help them survive in the wild...some just focus more on back-end development than others. Whether for offense, defense, or both, here are five creatures with butt-kicking behinds!

Grasshopper mice take scorpion venom that could kill a human and use it to numb their pain. What makes these tiny mice so hardcore?

A woman in rags emerged from a swamp flanked by seven giant scorpions and approached a magnificent mansion to beg for food. But the mistress of the house took one look at her grimy clothes and unusual companions and slammed the door in...

Watch as Mark surprisingly finds then gets slashed and stung by the world's biggest scorpion: the Giant Asian Forest Scorpion! Where will it land on the Brave Wilderness Bite-Sting Index? How will the pain compare to all the other...

Pseudoscorpions are not actually scorpions, but a completely different type of arachnid with little claws, but no stinging tail. These tiny guys eat dust mites and other household pests while being some of nature’s most bizarre...

Watch as Mark takes on the first recorded sting from the dangerous Thai Bark Scorpion! Where will it land on the Brave Wilderness Bite-Sting Index? How will the sting compare to the likes of the Bullet Ant, Fire Worm, and the deadly...

Howcast - Learn about the personality traits of people born under the Scorpio zodiac sign from astrology expert Lawrence Greco in this Howcast video.

Howcast - Learn how to take care of a pet scorpion from Jungle Bob in this Howcast video.

Howcast - Learn five cool facts about Desert Hairy Scorpions and how to take care of them from Jungle Bob in this Howcast video.

Howcast - Learn about all the different kinds of scorpions from Jungle Bob in this Howcast video.

Howcast - Scorpions may not sound like an ideal food, but this scorpion soup is great as an appetizer or main course. Try it with a Chinese beer for a taste that will surprise you.

In this video, we explore the fascinating world of poisonous creatures and their defense mechanisms. From scorpions to spiders, frogs to snakes, we learn how evolution has equipped these animals with venom or camouflage to survive and...

Scorpion Woman:A daring woman voluntarily spends 30 days in a small glass room with 2,000 poisonous scorpions, showcasing her courage and resilience.

In this video, the teacher discusses the concept of role models and how they teach us strength and good choices. The teacher also emphasizes the importance of problem-solving skills and perseverance in overcoming challenges. The video...

Scorpion Girl:At an age when most three-year-olds play with dolls, Sheeba scouts the dry soil in her backyard for scorpions, showcasing an unusual fascination with the creatures.

Finding 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...