Learn about the scorpion's curved tail and how its sharp stinger sprays venom, explained simply for young children.
Hi there! Let's talk about the scorpion's special tail. A scorpion is a small animal that looks a bit like a bug, and it has a long, curved tail that bends over its back.
At the end of this tail, there is a sharp point called a stinger. The stinger is used by the scorpion to protect itself from danger. When it feels scared or threatened, the scorpion can use its tail to sting and spray a poison called venom.
This venom helps the scorpion because it can hurt or stop other animals that might want to hurt the scorpion. But don’t worry, most scorpions don’t hurt people, and they use their tail mostly to stay safe.
So, the curved tail is very important for the scorpion—it’s like its special shield and weapon to keep it safe.