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Scorpions are also known to glow when exposed to certain wavelengths of ultraviolet light such as that produced by a blacklight, due to the presence of fluorescent chemicals in the cuticle. One fluorescent component is now known to be beta-carboline. A hand-held UV lamp has long been a standard tool for nocturnal field surveys of these animals. Fluorescence occurs as a result of sclerotization and increases in intensity with each successive instar.

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Mood: Adoration ~splatterd Jul 25, 2012  Hobbyist General Artist
scorpions are quite magnificent and she looks like a happy and good mother!
great capture ^___^
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:iconprabu-s:
Incredible, beautiful picture :]

There are so many wondrous living things you get to take pictures of. Lucky you :]
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:iconmelvynyeo:
Thanks! :) Glad you like them :)
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:iconlocustavampa:
Very beautiful.
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:iconmakapingo:
Hallucinant!!! :clap:
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~Samanth406 Aug 9, 2011  Hobbyist Traditional Artist
I saw how they shine in Discovery Channel!
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:iconmelvynyeo:
Pretty cool huh! :)
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