The Family Hemiscorpiidae is a group of scorpions known for their robust bodies and potent venom, primarily found in tropical and subtropical regions such as parts of Africa, the Middle East, and India. Unlike some other scorpion families, many Hemiscorpiidae species have flattened bodies, which help them hide under rocks and bark in their arid or semi-arid habitats. Their venom can be medically significant to humans, causing tissue damage or systemic effects in severe cases. Members of this family are nocturnal predators, feeding on insects and other small arthropods, and they play an important role in controlling invertebrate populations in their ecosystems.