Outside/Inbox: Why are live scorpions allowed in the mail?
PUBLISHED Friday, April 24, 2026 · felix poon
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- ⬤ In the United States, live scorpions are allowed in the mail under certain circumstances.
- ⬤ The US Postal Service permits live insects, including scorpions, to be sent through the mail as long as they are properly packaged and are not prohibited pests.
- ⬤ Some online sellers and enthusiasts send live scorpions through the mail to customers who are interested in keeping them as pets.
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