Southern Devil Scorpion (Vaejovis carolinianus)

Scorpion hiding in an old, broken television that was tossed on the side of a dirt road (my husband and I were cleaning up the mess) in a dense mixed hardwood/coniferous forest in NW Georgia (Gordon County), US. April 28, 2018.

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Ferdy Christant

Lion

A very valuable addition! We don't have many scorpion photos, and of those many go unidentified. And thank you for your good deeds in cleaning up the mess of others, there's hope for humanity.

PS: I recently bought a small UV light, wanting to try it in on our next trip in October to light up Scorpions. Hope we find many, and hope it works. Posted 7 years ago
1. Flown Kimmerling
  
  Lion
  
  I'm glad I could help! Most people I know cringe at the thought of approaching scorpions, snakes, and other "creepy-crawlies," but I think it is very important to document and learn what we can from ALL of Earth's beautiful creatures!
  
  As for cleaning up messes, it is something my husband and I do a lot of. I carry a bag with me at all times. Even some of the most remote places are littered! It is maddening!
  
  Your trip sounds AMAZING! Good luck! Posted 7 years ago
2. 1. Christine Young
    
    Lion
    
    I love creepy-crawlies :). They are the best!
    
    What litter do you find most frequently? We find mostly plastic bags, plastic water bottles, junk mail, and balloons...I always carry a bag to pick it up too - every little bit helps ;) Posted 7 years ago
  2. 1. Flown Kimmerling
      
      Lion
      
      plastic bags, plastic and glass bottles, aluminum cans, chip bags, and so many other things! Posted 7 years ago
    2. 1. Christine Young
        
        Lion
        
        I sometimes find socks, which is weird. Definitely chip bags and granola bar wrappers. Humans :( Posted 7 years ago