Transforming poison into profits demands a significant level of determination and persistence. Since 2016, an increasing number of farmers globally have been delving into scorpion farming for venom. You might be surprised to learn that a gallon of scorpion venom can fetch up to $39 million (Rs 325 crore) or even more. This valuable substance is highly sought after for its applications in medical treatments, breakthroughs, and cosmetics. Additionally, entomologists have discovered that scorpion venom contains hundreds of toxins beneficial not only to humans but also to plants. A video showcasing the breeding of these dangerous insects is currently going viral on social media, turning many into millionaires.
In the video, a woman is seen at the beginning holding the tails of small insects and extracting a liquid resembling water from them. Initially, it is hard to discern what it is. She pours this milk-like white liquid into a bottle. The scorpion babies are shown falling from a large container onto a brick. Over time, these scorpions grow on the bricks and become visible. Nearby, there is a setup for their food. A woman wearing blue gloves is then seen placing these scorpions into a box.
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She carries these boxes to a separate room where the scorpions lie quietly. Holding the body of a scorpion in one hand and a pair of pliers in the other, she presses the sting site to extract the poison. She collects the venom in a bottle, which is used for making medicines. This video, shared on Instagram by the account @learn_with_swathi, has garnered significant attention on social media. It has been viewed over 163,000 times so far.
Additionally, the video has received 263,000 likes, with many people sharing and commenting on it. One user commented that the liquid is the most expensive in the world and is used exclusively for treating cancer in humans. Another user inquired about the price per kilogram or liter. A third user remarked that although cultivating scorpions could make one a millionaire, they lacked the courage to pursue it due to fear. A fourth user stated that they used to fear scorpions but now fear people who handle them. The video appears to have been filmed in China.
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