Scorpions are predatory arachnids of the order Scorpiones. They have eight legs, and are easily recognized by a pair of grasping pincers and a narrow, segmented tail, often carried in a characteristic forward curve over the back and always ending with a stinger. The evolutionary history of scorpions goes back 435 million years. They mainly live in deserts but have adapted to a wide range of environmental conditions, and can be found on all continents except Antarctica. There are over 2,500 described species, with 22 extant families recognized to date. Their taxonomy is being revised to account for 21st-century genomic studies. Scorpions primarily prey on insects and other invertebrates, but some species take vertebrates. They use their pincers to restrain and kill prey. Scorpions themselves are preyed on by larger animals. The venomous sting can be used both for killing prey and for defense.
À propos de Scorpion
A genius recruits a network of super-geniuses to act as the last line of defense against the threats of the modern world. It was loosely based on the life of computer expert Walter O'Brien.
Réalisation de Scorpion
The show was developed by Nick Santora.
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Dernières informations sur Scorpion mis à jour le 28 Juillet, 2021.
