Are trichobothria used in terrestrial prey capture by the yellow scorpion Tityus serrulatus Lutz &amp; Mello, 1922 (Buthidae)?

Murayama, Gabriel Pimenta; Willemart, Rodrigo Hirata

doi:10.13156/arac.2019.18.3.287

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“…Scorpions seem not to use trichobothria to locate their prey by vibration (e.g. a walking prey) [ 206 ].…”

Section: Ecological Role Of Scorpion Weapons In Feeding Defense and Intraspecific Agonismmentioning

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Armed stem to stinger: a review of the ecological roles of scorpion weapons

Simone¹,

Meijden²

2021

J. Venom. Anim. Toxins incl. Trop. Dis

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Scorpions possess two systems of weapons: the pincers (chelae) and the stinger (telson). These are placed on anatomically and developmentally well separated parts of the body, that is, the oral appendages and at the end of the body axis. The otherwise conserved body plan of scorpions varies most in the shape and relative dimensions of these two weapon systems, both across species and in some cases between the sexes. We review the literature on the ecological function of these two weapon systems in each of three contexts of usage: (i) predation, (ii) defense and (iii) sexual contests. In the latter context, we will also discuss their usage in mating. We first provide a comparative background for each of these contexts of usage by giving examples of other weapon systems from across the animal kingdom. Then, we discuss the pertinent aspects of the anatomy of the weapon systems, particularly those aspects relevant to their functioning in their ecological roles. The literature on the functioning and ecological role of both the chelae and the telson is discussed in detail, again organized by context of usage. Particular emphasis is given on the differences in morphology or usage between species or higher taxonomic groups, or between genders, as such cases are most insightful to understand the roles of each of the two distinct weapon systems of the scorpions and their evolutionary interactions. We aimed to synthesize the literature while minimizing conjecture, but also to point out gaps in the literature and potential future research opportunities.

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“…Scorpions seem not to use trichobothria to locate their prey by vibration (e.g. a walking prey) [ 206 ].…”

Section: Ecological Role Of Scorpion Weapons In Feeding Defense and Intraspecific Agonismmentioning

confidence: 99%

Armed stem to stinger: a review of the ecological roles of scorpion weapons

Simone¹,

Meijden²

2021

J. Venom. Anim. Toxins incl. Trop. Dis

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Comparative biology of spatial navigation in three arachnid orders (Amblypygi, Araneae, and Scorpiones)

Ortega-Escobar,

Hebets,

Bingman

et al. 2023

J Comp Physiol A

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Scorpions, Science and Folklore in Durango City

Gonzalez-Ponce,

Rodríguez-Rangel,

Martinez

et al. 2023

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Scorpions are incredible venomous animals found on almost every continent. According to fossil data, these animals have been able to adapt to the different environments from the Cambrian period until today with minimal anatomical changes. Scorpions are mostly nocturnal animals, and their ability to detect and tolerate light stimuli seems to be an essential tool for their subsistence, homing and mating. Centruroides suffuses is the most predominant specie of scorpions in Durango City, Mexico. Interestingly, and despite their life-threatening venom, these predatory arthropod animals have been adopted by locals as part of the landscape and daily life, by including them as part of their folklore and their economic resources, and learning how to take advantage of their abundance. In addition, the venom of scorpions possesses potential for therapeutic uses, while the scorpions themselves represent a nutritional food resource rich in protein, which has been poorly explored so far. Therefore, they are an excellent model for exploring the interplay between light sensibilities, survival and therapeutic–medicinal uses. Here, we review some of the potential benefits of scorpions and share the ways people in Durango City, Mexico, use UV light devices to detect and avoid or catch them for business and research purposes.

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Are trichobothria used in terrestrial prey capture by the yellow scorpion Tityus serrulatus Lutz & Mello, 1922 (Buthidae)?

Cited by 3 publications

References 21 publications

Armed stem to stinger: a review of the ecological roles of scorpion weapons

Armed stem to stinger: a review of the ecological roles of scorpion weapons

Comparative biology of spatial navigation in three arachnid orders (Amblypygi, Araneae, and Scorpiones)

Scorpions, Science and Folklore in Durango City

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