DEATHSTALKER (LEIURUS QUINQUESTRIATUS)

There are 25 species of scorpions in the world that are highly toxic. However, the Deathstalker is one of the most poisonous scorpions and its venom is the most expensive liquid on the planet, costing up to $39 million per gallon, or $10.3 million per liter. Deathstalker is about 10cm long, has a light yellow color. They are scattered throughout North Africa and the Middle East, where there are deserts and shrubs.

Despite its small size, the Deathstalker is a dangerous "killer". Their venom may not kill adults, but it can kill children, the elderly, and people in poor health. The sting of this scorpion is 100 times more painful than a bee sting.

However, Deathstalker's venom is a rare thing and sells for a towering price, why is that? Deathstalker's venom contains chlorotoxin peptides that can aid in the treatment of brain tumors in humans. Specifically, this component helps determine the location and size of the tumor. In addition, the venom of Deathstalker is also used in the treatment of malaria caused by mosquitoes and some other diseases.

Location: Middle East and North Africa.

Habitat: Desert and scrubland.

Length: About 10cm.

Venom’s power: Fatal to children, the elderly, the infirm.

Toxins: Neotrotoxin.