Blind Scorpions

Normally I find the discovery of a new species exciting. However, I detest centepedes and scorpions. They creep me out to no end. Scorpions are especially bad, because it just isn't right to have claws AND a stinger. I like arachnids, but not scorpions. Well, they are interesting to look at, but the thought of being with one without glass between us is not a pleasant idea for me.

One morning on vacation I came downstairs and encountered a large exoskeleton of a scorpion on the stairs. You can bet that I shook my shoes out thoroughly every time I put them on.

So, even though the discovery of a new species is a cool thing, I find it hard to jump up and down with glee over this news.