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Scorpions reinforce their claws and stingers with metals

New Scientist · Apr 29, 2026, 12:18 PM · Also reported by 1 other source

Why this matters: new research or scientific developments with potential real-world impact.

Many scorpion species use blends of iron, zinc and manganese to enhance the toughness of their deadly weaponry

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