The scorpion glows under ultraviolet light.
Why it is true
The exoskeleton of scorpions contains compounds that fluoresce when exposed to ultraviolet light, causing them to glow in a blue-green tone. This phenomenon is not yet fully understood by scientists.
Source: Biology
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