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The Indian Red Scorpion
The Indian red scorpion (Hottentotta tamulus) or eastern Indian scorpion is considered to be the most lethal scorpion in the world. This species is of great medical significance in densely populated areas of India and Nepal and occasionally causes human fatalities. Fatality rates of 8-40% have been reported in clinical studies; most victims are children. The venom mainly affects the cardiovascular and pulmonary system, eventually leading to a pulmonary oedema, which may cause death. An Indian red scorpion entered a house at Tehatta, Nadia, West Bengal; India, on August 23, 2020. (Photo by Soumyabrata Roy/NurPhoto)
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| Photo ID | #5941448 |
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| Date Taken | |
| Location | N/A |
| Photographer | Soumyabrata Roy/NurPhoto |
| Category | Human Interest |
| Copyright | © 2026 NurPhoto - Soumyabrata Roy/NurPhoto |
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