Just now they were born • Spawning of scorpions • Video

The breeding season is in full swing • Video and precautionary rules

These months are the breeding season for scorpions in Israel, and you are invited to witness this natural wonder here and there. This is also the time to remind, that one should be careful when going out into nature and in general, do not pick up large stones or rocks, and pay attention if you come across a scorpion, or God forbid get stung, to drive correctly to avoid injury and unnecessary dangers.
Guidelines for proper behavior when encountering a scorpion, at the bottom of the article.

Scorpio courtship

The breeding season of scorpions in Israel is in full swing (from May to September).
During this period, the male scorpion goes out at night to hunt. His pincers are spread out in front of him, so that he can grab his food with them. His movement includes a circular path around his place of residence.

During this tour, he may encounter a female. If such an encounter occurs, the male will identify himself by certain body movements, or by making a sound, depending on the type of scorpion. There are also types that move in circles around the female. The female signals her responsiveness to the male by standing frozen motionless. The slightest movement will stop the male's courtship and he will move away from her.

A joint trip

Then the male touches the legs and claws of the female. The next step is a joint trip they take until they find a stone surface that the male takes care of cleaning.

The male emits a small sperm pouch from his penis. This pouch clings to the rock and the male moves back and pulls the female so that her genital opening is located right above it.
The female pierces it and the sperm is released into her body. There are certain species in the country in which the male and female hold each other at this stage and stand in this position throughout this move.

the offspring

The young offspring are placed on the mother's back, as can be seen in the above documentation. Immediately after spawning, the embryos tear the embryonic membrane that surrounds them and climb onto the female's back.

How will you avoid a scorpion sting?

Scorpions will usually find shelter in hidden places, in burrows, under stones or rocks, etc. Closed shoes can help protect against scorpions, and it is important not to put your hands in hidden places in nature or turn over stones.
If you made a stop in the field, check your personal equipment, shoes you have removed, sleeping bags, etc. Shake them and make sure no scorpion got into them when stopping. and the like. If you come across a scorpion, stay away from it, and keep others away, including pets. Do not try to approach or capture the scorpion.

Correct behavior after a scorpion sting

First of all, it is important to keep calm. The bitten limb must be immobilized and cooled. Do not put a tourniquet and do not try to remove the venom.
You must get to the hospital as quickly as possible to receive treatment and be under medical supervision.
The doctor will determine if pain relievers or any medication is needed.
Most scorpions are not life-threatening, but a scorpion sting can cause a lot of pain.