A Giant Asian forest scorpion (Heterometrus sp.) Credit: Andrew Downes, Xposure An international team of researchers has developed a method to identify and forecast hotspots for some of the most dangerous scorpion species on Earth. By examining environmental conditions, the scientists determined which factors allow highly venomous scorpions to survive and spread -- insights that could help reveal where scorpion stings are most likely to occur in tropical regions around the world. To reach their