This study examines the influence of environmental conditions on venom production in four species of scorpions prevalent in Morocco. Androctonus amorexi, Androctonus mauretanicus, Butus Mardocaiand Scorpio Maurus. This study focuses on how climatic factors such as temperature, humidity, diet, and in particular mealworm ingestion affect physical parameters such as size, weight, and ultimately venom yield. . We conducted a comprehensive study that included capture, acclimation, and systematic venom extraction from 480 scorpions. Our findings show that there is considerable variation in the amount of venom. Scorpio Maurus This shows that the yield has decreased compared to Androctonus amorexi. The main determinants of toxin production were identified as humidity and dietary intake, which were noted to have a significant impact on interspecific diversity and adaptation processes. These insights have significant implications for medical and pharmaceutical applications, highlighting the need for species-specific husbandry protocols to optimize venom extraction for therapeutic applications.
Agolam, Z., Zeglali, R., Kettani, A., Badaoui, B., and MKAMEL, M. (2024). Environmental determinants of venom variation in captive scorpions: A comprehensive analysis of the effects of diet, temperature, and humidity. poisonous substance108151. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0041010124007232
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