Scorpions in Washington? Yep, and they even glow in the dark

Even if you do a lot of hiking or camping in Washington state, you’ve probably never encountered one of these critters feared by humans for their crayfishlike pincers and stinging tail. But as you can see by the photograph taken by Gary Lentz in Columbia County, scorpions live here. In fact, lots of them do.

Midwest US, about the size of my hand. Definitely alive but barely moved when poked away. Thankfully outside of the house but I'm guessing this door will never be used again. : r/whatsthisbug

🔥 🦂 Does this “Glow-in-the-dark” Scorpion count as lit? : r/NatureIsFuckingLit

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