There are several species of scorpions (Scorpiones) on Crete. The most common is the Euscorpios Carpathicus, which is black and only 3 to 4 centimeters (1 to 1½ inches) long, and the Mesobuthus Gibbosus, which is about 12 centimeters (5 inches) long and is golden brown in color. Scorpions eat insects as well as mice and lizards, and although they need water, they can survive for months without food. Cretan scorpions are venomous, but their venom is not life threatening unless you are allergic to their poison. Nevertheless, scorpion stings are painful, so be careful when lifting stones or wood where they might be living.
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