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Scorpion Collection (#6)

The scorpion, a fascinating creature found in various parts of the world, has captivated human curiosity for centuries

Background imageScorpion Collection: Scorpion and snake brandy for sale in Vietnam, Hanoi, Vietnam, Indochina, Southeast Asia

Scorpion and snake brandy for sale in Vietnam, Hanoi, Vietnam, Indochina, Southeast Asia, Asia

Background imageScorpion Collection: MARS, 1540. Roman god of war and personification of the planet Mars. Pen drawing

MARS, 1540. Roman god of war and personification of the planet Mars. Pen drawing, 1540, by Erhard Schon

Background imageScorpion Collection: MARS, 1540. Roman god of war and personification of the planet Mars. Pen drawing

MARS, 1540. Roman god of war and personification of the planet Mars. Pen drawing, 1540, by Erhard Schon

Background imageScorpion Collection: Emperor scorpion eating a cricket C013 / 4401

Emperor scorpion eating a cricket C013 / 4401
Emperor scorpion (Pandinus imperator) eating a cricket. This is the largest of the scorpions, reaching a length of over 20 centimetres. It inhabits forests and savannah in tropical central Africa

Background imageScorpion Collection: ZODIAC SIGN: SCORPIO, 1716. Drawing from a Hebrew book about the Jewish calendar, Sefer Evronot

ZODIAC SIGN: SCORPIO, 1716. Drawing from a Hebrew book about the Jewish calendar, Sefer Evronot. Halberstadt, Germany, 1716

Background imageScorpion Collection: Scorpions sent from Hell

Scorpions sent from Hell
Scorpions ascending in the smoke from Hell to plague mankind. Hand-colored 19th-century woodcut of an illustration from a French manuscript of the 1100s

Background imageScorpion Collection: Whip Spider / Tailless Whip Scorpion - Allpahuayo Mishana National Reserve - Iquitos - Peru

Whip Spider / Tailless Whip Scorpion - Allpahuayo Mishana National Reserve - Iquitos - Peru
MAR-842 Whip Spider / Tailless Whip Scorpion Allpahuayo Mishana National Reserve - Iquitos - Peru Amblypygida Thomas Marent Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Background imageScorpion Collection: Parabuthus Scorpion - Eating a Sidewinder, after kiliing and dragging it into the undergrowth

Parabuthus Scorpion - Eating a Sidewinder, after kiliing and dragging it into the undergrowth - Namib Desert -Namibia
KAT-467 Parabuthus Scorpion - Eating a Sidewinder, after kiliing and dragging it into the undergrowth Namib Desert -Namibia - Africa Parabuthus villosus This scorpion actively hunts its prey during

Background imageScorpion Collection: Desert Hairy / Giant Hairy Scorpion - Under UV light - Arizona - USA

Desert Hairy / Giant Hairy Scorpion - Under UV light - Arizona - USA
CAN-3623 Desert Hairy / Giant Hairy Scorpion - Under UV light Arizona - USA Hadrurus arizonensis John Cancalosi Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Background imageScorpion Collection: European Black Scorpion - This specimen found in a house in Reading, Berkshire

European Black Scorpion - This specimen found in a house in Reading, Berkshire
SPH-3300 European Black Scorpion This specimen found in a house in Reading, UK - probably imported in holiday baggage Widespread in southern Europe Euscorpius italicus Introduced to UK via luggage

Background imageScorpion Collection: Drawing - Scorpion in defensive posture with sting deployed

Drawing - Scorpion in defensive posture with sting deployed
PM-9935 Drawing - Scorpion in defensive posture with sting deployed scorpion Pat Morris Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Background imageScorpion Collection: KEL 270

KEL 270
KEL-270 Wind Scorpion / Camel / Sun / Roman Spider Sierra Javrez, Baja California, Mexico. Eremobates sp Fam: Solpugid Solifugae Ken Lucas Please note that prints are for personal display purposes

Background imageScorpion Collection: Lionfish Pterois volitans also called Dragonfish Scoprion fish Oceanopolis Brest Brittany France

Lionfish Pterois volitans also called Dragonfish Scoprion fish Oceanopolis Brest Brittany France
MAB-905 Lionfish also called Dragonfish Scorpion fish Brest Brittany France Pterois volitans Mark Boulton Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Background imageScorpion Collection: Two small wood-scorpions (Euscorpius flavicaudis), illustration

Two small wood-scorpions (Euscorpius flavicaudis), illustration
Zoology - Arachnids - Two small wood-scorpions (Euscorpius flavicaudis), illustration

Background imageScorpion Collection: Scorpion

Scorpion at Tozeur in Tunisia

Background imageScorpion Collection: Egyptian lid of a bronze receptacle for a dead scorpion

Egyptian lid of a bronze receptacle for a dead scorpion. On the lid is the figure of a scorpion with human arms and the head of Isis-Hathor representing the goddess Isis-Selk

Background imageScorpion Collection: Egyptian stele showing the infant Horus, 4th century

Egyptian stele showing the infant Horus, 4th century
Egyptian stele showing the infant Horus as victor over crocodiles, serpents and scorpions, 4th century

Background imageScorpion Collection: Victor Emmanuel II (1st King of Italy) shaking Leopold II (Duke of Tuscany) out of Italy, 1861

Victor Emmanuel II (1st King of Italy) shaking Leopold II (Duke of Tuscany) out of Italy, 1861
Victor Emmanuel II (1st King of Italy) shaking Leopold II, Holy Roman Emperor (Duke of Tuscany) out of Italy, from Punch, London, 2 March 1861. The unification of Italy. Wood engraving

Background imageScorpion Collection: Picture No. 11980552

Picture No. 11980552
Desert hairy scorpion - on flat rock - taken under controlled conditions - UK Date:

Background imageScorpion Collection: Picture No. 11980551

Picture No. 11980551
Desert hairy scorpion - on flat rock - taken under controlled conditions - UK Date:

Background imageScorpion Collection: Picture No. 11980550

Picture No. 11980550
Desert hairy scorpion - on flat rock - taken under controlled conditions - UK Date:

Background imageScorpion Collection: Picture No. 11980544

Picture No. 11980544
Flat rock scorpion - on rock - Taken under controlled conditions in UK Date:

Background imageScorpion Collection: Picture No. 11980542

Picture No. 11980542
Whip-tailed scorpion - resting on bark - Taken under controlled conditions in UK Date:

Background imageScorpion Collection: Greek Art. Archaic Age. 6th century BCE. Bronze tripod foot

Greek Art. Archaic Age. 6th century BCE. Bronze tripod foot with six reliefs depicting: 1-Woman holding a horse by the reins, 2 - Lion and Scorpion

Background imageScorpion Collection: Zodiac / Scorpio (Maxim)

Zodiac / Scorpio (Maxim)
a peculiar illustration showing a knight putting a scorpion to the sword Date: 1887

Background imageScorpion Collection: Taurulus Bubalis, or Longspined Bullhead

Taurulus Bubalis, or Longspined Bullhead
Taurulus Bubalis, also known as Cottus Bubalis, Longspined Bullhead and Longspined Sea-Scorpion. Date: 1863

Background imageScorpion Collection: Cottus groenlandicus, or Greenland Bullhead

Cottus groenlandicus, or Greenland Bullhead, also known as Sea Scorpion and Greenland Cottus. Date: 1863

Background imageScorpion Collection: Myoxocephalus scorpius, or Father-Lasher

Myoxocephalus scorpius, or Father-Lasher, also known as Shorthorn Sculpin, Short-Spined Sea Scorpion, Bull-Head and Bull-Rout. Date: 1863

Background imageScorpion Collection: Sea scorpion or scorpion fish, Scorpaenidae

Sea scorpion or scorpion fish, Scorpaenidae.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from The Naturalists Pocket Magazine; or, Complete Cabinet of the Curiosities and Beauties of Nature (1798-1802)

Background imageScorpion Collection: Giant forest scorpion, Heterometrus indus

Giant forest scorpion, Heterometrus indus.. Handcolored copperplate zoological engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, 1792

Background imageScorpion Collection: USA, North Carolina. Tasmanian red-clawed scorpion

USA, North Carolina. Tasmanian red-clawed scorpion. Credit as: Cathy & Gordon Illg / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont

Background imageScorpion Collection: South African Hissing Scorpion, Opistothalmus glabifrons, Native to Mozambique

South African Hissing Scorpion, Opistothalmus glabifrons, Native to Mozambique

Background imageScorpion Collection: Tri-Color Burrowing Scorpion, Opistothalmus walbergii, Native to Africa

Tri-Color Burrowing Scorpion, Opistothalmus walbergii, Native to Africa

Background imageScorpion Collection: Yellow Sand Scorpion, Smeringenus mesaensis, Native to Africa

Yellow Sand Scorpion, Smeringenus mesaensis, Native to Africa

Background imageScorpion Collection: Scorpion, Odzala - Kokoua National Park, Republic of Congo (Congo - Brazzaville), AFRICA

Scorpion, Odzala - Kokoua National Park, Republic of Congo (Congo - Brazzaville), AFRICA
Scorpion, Odzala, Kokoua National Park, Congo

Background imageScorpion Collection: Cross-section illustration of a scorpion

Cross-section illustration of a scorpion

Background imageScorpion Collection: Buthus scorpion engraving 1878

Buthus scorpion engraving 1878
Encyclopedia Britannica 9th Edition Vol II New York, Samuel Hall 1878

Background imageScorpion Collection: Whip scorpion engraving 1878

Whip scorpion engraving 1878
Encyclopedia Britannica 9th Edition Vol II New York, Samuel Hall 1878

Background imageScorpion Collection: Insects engraving 1895

Insects engraving 1895
Meyers Konversations-Lexikon. Ein Nachschlagewerk des allgemeinen Wissens, 5th edition 17 volumes Bibliographisches Institut - Leipzig 1895-1897

Background imageScorpion Collection: Water scorpion (Nepa cinerea)

Water scorpion (Nepa cinerea)
Antique illustration of Water scorpion (Nepa cinerea)

Background imageScorpion Collection: Scorpionfly (Panorpa communis)

Scorpionfly (Panorpa communis)
Antique illustration of a Scorpionfly (Panorpa communis)

Background imageScorpion Collection: Sea scorpion (Cottus scorpius, Cottus bubalis)

Sea scorpion (Cottus scorpius, Cottus bubalis)
Illustration engraving of a Sea scorpion (Cottus scorpius, Cottus bubalis)

Background imageScorpion Collection: Imperial Scorpion, Pandinus imperator, front view

Imperial Scorpion, Pandinus imperator, front view

Background imageScorpion Collection: A diagram illustrating the constellation of Scorpius complete with image of a scorpion

A diagram illustrating the constellation of Scorpius complete with image of a scorpion

Background imageScorpion Collection: Cartoon, smiling orange scorpion

Cartoon, smiling orange scorpion

Background imageScorpion Collection: Scorpion and venomous centipede in natural habitat

Scorpion and venomous centipede in natural habitat

Background imageScorpion Collection: Illustration of a female Scorpion carrying young on back

Illustration of a female Scorpion carrying young on back

Background imageScorpion Collection: Illustration of scorpion

Illustration of scorpion




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The scorpion, a fascinating creature found in various parts of the world, has captivated human curiosity for centuries. One notable species is the African Scorpion C1850, known for its distinctive appearance and venomous sting. In aviation history, the scorpion's influence can be seen through the Flying testbed B2 Canberra WK163, which served as a crucial platform for experimental flights. Another aircraft bearing this name is the Northrop F-89 Scorpion, an iconic jet fighter that played a significant role during Cold War tensions. Similar to their arachnid counterparts, these flying machines showcased agility and precision in their respective domains. The Flying testbed B2 Canberra WK162 further exemplified this trait by pushing boundaries and testing new technologies. Beyond aviation connections, "Scorpion" also refers to geographical locations like South Europe where these creatures thrive. Their presence adds an element of mystery to these regions' ecosystems. In ancient mythology and astrology, Scorpio holds symbolic significance as one of the zodiac signs represented by La Balance (Scales). This celestial representation highlights balance and intensity associated with those born under this sign. Returning to aviation history once more brings us back to Northrop F-89J Scorpions O-32674 and O-21911 - variants that contributed significantly to military operations during their time in service. These aircraft embodied power and strength while defending national interests. Whether it's exploring diverse arachnids or marveling at powerful warplanes named after them, there is no denying that "scorpion" encompasses both natural wonders and technological achievements alike.