The Big Coconut: Scorpions


Scientific Name: Scorpiones
Would you believe that Scorpions can actually be eaten? Scorpions are arachnids that have eight legs, two claws and a tail. At the end of the tail, there is stinger which is poisonous. This is the Scorpion's "weapon" to drive its enemy away or in some point, kill it for its meal. It lives in dry and hot places such as deserts.

Scorpions have sources of Niacin, Vitamin B1 and B3. They are also good to lower one's cholesterol. It was said that Scorpions taste like shrimps and it is somewhat spicy because after eating it, it makes you feel hot inside. It can also cure diseases.

The most common dishes that was made from Scorpions are Roasted Scorpions on a Stick and Scorpion Candies. These are found in Chinese restaurants.

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