The deathstalker scorpion is one of the world's most dangerous creatures, and it's hardly 3 inches long! This poisonous scorpion lives in hot, arid areas of Africa and the Middle East, hiding in burrows during the day and hunting for prey at night. The deathstalker's sting is very venomous and often deadly. The text in this volume addresses several important elementary science topics, including life cycle, conservation, and technology. Close-up photographs of deathstalkers help readers connect to the text, and frequent sidebars offer further chances to broaden their scientific knowledge.