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What Are Scorpions?
Scorpions are in the arachnid family, meaning they’re closely related to spiders and ticks. Well known for their large stinger-crowned tail and painful venom, these pests are common in desert environments and, sometimes, for their penchant to wander inside homes.
Scorpions have six legs, two large pincers, and a long, segmented tail with a stinger. Their coloring can vary from tan to yellow to brown, and sometimes even red, which allows them to camouflage themselves effectively in arid, desert climates. Typically around 2-6 inches in length, there are some newly discovered scorpion species that are on the larger side and also produce a hissing noise to intimidate predators.
Where Do Scorpions Live?
- Cardboard boxes
- Curtains
- Attics
- Crawlspaces
- Potted plants
Types of Scorpions
There are 35 types of scorpions around the world. Here are a few of the most common types of scorpions you might find in the U.S.
Arizona Bark ScorpionNative to Arizona, the Arizona bark scorpion has a highly-potent venom that can cause severe symptoms. This scorpion shows up fluorescent when exposed to ultraviolet light, but is tan in color in normal circumstances. It is around 2–3 inches long and is considered to be the only lethal scorpion in the region. They thrive most in desert climates, but only have a noticeable presence in Arizona and the Grand Canyon.
Arizona Hairy ScorpionThese yellow scorpions can be found in Arizona and Southern California. They’re generally 5–7 inches long and sometimes have darker coloring on their backs. They also have small brown hairs that cover their bodies. These scorpions sting and although it is venomous, their venom is not very strong.
Stripe-tailed ScorpionThese scorpions are also sometimes called the devil scorpion. They are also found in Arizona and Southern California as well as other southern states. They are light brown in color with stripes on their backs. These scorpions are a bit smaller, at 2.5 inches in length. They are technically considered venomous but aren’t classified as dangerous.
Northern ScorpionThis is the most cold-tolerant scorpion found in the U.S. It is tan with dark stripes on its back and can be found in most of the western and midwestern states near sandstone cliffs. They are also venomous but their stings aren’t very dangerous.
Common Scorpion Behavior
Scorpions give live birth to their babies; they don’t lay eggs. The scorpion babies live on their mother’s back until their first molting (scorpions shed their skin similarly to the way snakes and other reptiles do).
- Lizards
- Mice
- Beetles
- Wasps
- Centipedes
- Spiders
- Katydids
- Other scorpions (likely an attempt at population control)
- Centipedes
- Owls (and some other birds)
- Tarantulas
- Lizards
- Bats
- Shrews
- Grasshopper mice
Are Scorpions Dangerous?
While most scorpion bites are not deadly, if you live in a climate where scorpions are part of the landscape, it’s important to keep scorpion populations under control in and around your home.
More common symptoms of a scorpion sting include:- Numbness
- Tingling
- Some swelling
- Accelerated heart rate
- High blood pressure
How To Treat a Scorpion Sting
How Do I Get Rid of Scorpions?
- Objects they can hide under
- Compost heaps
- Other pest infestations (scorpions love feasting on other bugs)
