Why Scorpions Glow in the Dark

Under UV light, almost all species of scorpions glow a bright green color, but why? References: Written by Derek Muller, Emily Zhang, Petr Lebedev Animation by Ivy Tello Filmed by Derek Muller and Emily Zhang Edited by Brian Kim Additional video supplied by Getty Images

10 min - Nature & Wildlife - Veritasium

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