Venom

animals

Scorpions are arachnids adapted to diverse climates, found on every continent except Antarctica. They are nocturnal predators that feed primarily on insects and other small arth...

Status Updates

Yes, tarantulas are present in the United States, but only certain ones are native. You will not find tropical rainforest species across the country; instead, several mostly har...

Animals & Wildlife

Monitor lizards are large lizards in the genus Varanus . All monitors are technically venomous, but most species pose minimal risk to humans. Significant medically important mon...

Health & Wellness

In Las Vegas, scorpion encounters most often occur indoors or in shaded outdoor areas, typically between spring and fall. If you are stung, stay calm, move away from the scorpio...