What do we know about some of the most conspicuous scorpion species of the genus Tityus?: a historical approach

Lourenço, Wilson R

In the present study, comments are proposed on historical aspects of the most conspicuous scorpion species of the genus Tityus found in Brazil. Both Tityus bahiensis (Perty) and Tityus serrulatus Lutz & Mello are better known for their infamous reputation of noxious species. However, the original discovery and description of both species are associated with interesting historical episodes. A short comment is also provided on Tityus costatus (Karsch), the species possibly involved in the first record of a scorpion incident in Brazil.(AU)

1. Tityus
2. Noxious species
3. Scorpion
4. Historical aspects