Researchers at the Institute of Advanced Study in Science and Technology (IASST), Guwahati, an autonomous institute of the Department of Science and Technology (DST), have found that the black scorpion sting injects 25 distinct deadly toxins, which can cause significant damage to the liver and the immune system. 

Given its considerable mortality and morbidity, the sting of the glossy black scorpion -- found particularly in Eastern and Southern India forests -- constitutes a critical worldwide health concern.

“The secret behind the danger of the sting lies in 25 distinct toxins spanning eight different protein families packed in the venom that the scorpion injects,” revealed the study, spearheaded by Prof. Ashis K. Mukherjee, Director of IASST, and Susmita Nath, research scholar.