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Desert Scorpion — Passage

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The Desert Scorpion is a resilient arachnid that inhabits the desert. It has a hard exoskeleton for protection and uses its pincers to grab prey. The scorpion has a venomous stinger at the end of its tail, primarily used to subdue its food. Desert scorpions are nocturnal hunters, coming out at night to feed on insects and small animals. During the day, they stay hidden under rocks or in burrows to avoid the heat. The Desert Scorpion's ability to thrive in harsh conditions makes it a fascinating desert creature.
Publisher: Workybooks
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Written by:Neha Goel Tripathi
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Desert Scorpion, desert arachnid, venomous, pincers, nocturnal, burrows

The Desert Scorpion is a tough and resilient arachnid that lives in the desert. It has a hard exoskeleton that protects it from the harsh environment. The scorpion has pincers to grab its prey and a stinger at the end of its tail to inject venom. Desert scorpions are nocturnal, hunting for insects and small animals at night. During the day, they hide under rocks or in burrows to stay cool. Their venom can be harmful, but they use it mainly to catch food.

What kind of animal is a Desert Scorpion?

A birdA mammalAn insectAn arachnid

What do Desert Scorpions use their pincers for?

FlyingSwimmingGrabbing preyDigging burrows

When do Desert Scorpions hunt?

In the morningIn the afternoonAt nightDuring the day

Where do Desert Scorpions hide during the day?

In a treeUnder rocks or in burrowsIn a nestIn the water

Common core standards covered

RI.2.1
Ask and answer such questions as who, what, where, when, why, and how to demonstrate understanding of key details in a text.
RI.3.2
Determine the main idea of a text; recount the key details and explain how they support the main idea.

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