This data-set comprises validated species occurrence records of the Scorpions of the African continent. It is a collection of data from citizen science contributions. Records range from 2003 to present.

ScorpionMAP is a Virtual Museum and citizen science project which aims to determine the distribution and conservation priorities of Scorpions on the African continent.

Scorpions are conspicuous and attractive terrestrial animals, and are frequently photographed. Images of all African Scorpions are welcomed and all contribute equally towards a better understanding of the distribution patterns of these fascinating creatures.

Scorpions have captivated much interest by scholars by their great antiquity and the amazing suite of biochemical, physiological, behavioural, and ecological adaptations that have combined to ensure their continued success over the past 450 million years.

Scorpions have a wide geographical distribution and live on all major land masses except Antarctica. Although some species are quite specific in micro-habitat requirements, many exhibit a high degree of plasticity in habitat use. However, the distribution of most species is poorly known and in most cases it is based on a handful of museum records.

Identification of citizen science records, based on the photos uploaded, is done by a panel of experts in the relevant taxa. The taxonomy is kept up-to-date by the project coordinator, a professional arachnologist.

All data, excepting records for sensitive taxa, are available to the public. Records are provided at the recorded precision, usually point coordinates. The coverage is moderate for South Africa, but very sparse for the rest of Africa.