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Got scorpions? If you’re wondering how to get rid of scorpions, the key is understanding their habits and stopping them before they become a problem. As your trusted scorpion exterminator, we specialize in scorpion control and can handle any scorpion issues you’re dealing with. With our Home Protection Plan, your home stays protected from scorpions all year long. We guarantee our scorpion treatment will work for you. If they don’t stay away, we’ll return and take care of it at no cost!

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Scorpion Facts


Size: 2-4”
Number of legs: 4 pairs of legs
Wings: no
Bites or stings: yes
Color: varies – dark brown to yellow-brown
Carry disease: no
Damages home/yard: no
Most active season: year-round in warm climates
Fox plan for this pest: Home Protection Plan

What do scorpions look like?

Scorpion Anatomy Diagram

Bark Scorpion

Hentz Striped Scorpion

Southern Devil Scorpion

Scorpions are not insects!

They are animals in the order of Scorpions, under the Arachnida class, which means they are distant cousins to spiders. Scorpions have eight legs and two body segments, unlike insects, which have three body segments.

Scorpions are ancient creatures, with fossils dating back around 430 million years ago.

They have survived significant changes in the Earth’s climate and environment. They can live a very long time, anywhere from two to ten years, but some can live as long as 25 years!

Some scorpions are fluorescent and can glow in the dark under ultraviolet light.

The outer shell of their exoskeleton contains special proteins that react to ultraviolet light, creating a greenish-blue glow.

They dance before mating.

Scorpions engage in the courtship dance to ensure mating takes place between compatible individuals and reduce the risk of aggression. Throughout millions of years, these ancient arachnids have developed complex behaviors and adaptations to ensure successful reproduction.

Scorpions are nocturnal hunters that use their pincers to grab and crush prey.

They also have a long, curved tail with a venomous stinger, which they use to inject venom into their prey. The venom immobilizes or kills the prey, making it easier for the scorpion to consume.

Unlike most arachnids, scorpions give birth to live young instead of laying eggs.

The mother carries the baby scorpions on her back until they are ready to fend for themselves, which is a unique and protective behavior in the arachnid world.

Scorpions have the ability to slow down their metabolism.

This allows them to survive for several months without food. This adaptation helps them endure periods of scarcity in their often harsh and unpredictable environments.

Pests that can be confused with scorpions.

Whip Scorpions (also known as Uropygi, or vinegarroons), Sun Spiders (also known as wind scorpions), and Pseudoscorpions are all arachnids that people often confuse with scorpions. Whip scorpions are not found in the US.

There are not many signs that scorpions have invaded your home aside from seeing them. However, here are a few things to look for if scorpions are common in your area.

Seeing a scorpion in your home is an obvious sign. They are nocturnal, so you may be more likely to spot them at night.

Scorpions often hide in dark, sheltered places during the day. Check areas such as closets, shoes, piles of clothes, and corners of rooms.

If you frequently find scorpions outside your home, there’s a possibility they could be entering your home. Check around entry points like doors and windows.

If you see small, translucent scorpions, it may indicate a breeding population in or around your home.

Seal entry points

Clean regularly

Reduce clutter and clean frequently

Shake out clothes and shoes

Inspect bedding and furniture

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    Scorpion FAQs

    What do I do if a scorpion gets in my house?

    Try not to panic, but exercise caution.

    • Remove the Scorpion: Wearing a pair of rubber gloves, cover the scorpion with a bowl-shaped dish. Slide a piece of cardboard under the dish. Carry the scorpion away from your house and deposit it elsewhere.
    • Call Fox Pest Control. If scorpions come near your home frequently, calling Fox Pest Control is the most effective and reliable option.

    Are all scorpions dangerous?

    In North America, only one scorpion is dangerous to humans. It’s called the bark scorpion, and it’s found in Arizona, New Mexico, and the southeastern part of California. While not as dangerous as the bark scorpion, there are other species in the US that can sting you, causing pain, skin irritation, or swelling. It’s best to be cautious around them, no matter which type it is. Anytime you’re stung by a scorpion, you should get medical care right away.

    Which scorpions are the most poisonous?

    Scorpions are not actually poisonous but venomous. The main difference is how the toxins get into your body: poison gets in when you eat, touch, or breathe it, while venom gets injected when an animal bites or stings you.

    That being said, about 70 species of scorpions in the United States have a venomous sting, but only one has venom potent enough to cause serious symptoms: the bark scorpion. The impact of a scorpion’s sting varies by species. Scorpions like Vaejovis and Hadrurus are typically no worse than stings from ants, bees, or wasps unless someone is allergic. Common reactions include immediate, intense burning with minimal redness or swelling; symptoms usually go away within about 30 minutes. You should seek medical attention right away if you are stung by a scorpion.

    What do scorpions eat?

    Scorpions are carnivorous creatures that feed mostly on insects and other arthropods. Their diet may include spiders, crickets, beetles, roaches, and other small invertebrates. Some larger scorpion species may also prey on small vertebrates like lizards, mice, or even other scorpions. Scorpions are nocturnal hunters, using their pincers to grab prey and their venomous stinger to subdue it before consuming it.

    Although scorpions need water to stay hydrated, they can go for months without food.