Scorpions
Yes, we have scorpions in Arizona. They are most common in undeveloped areas, but you may find them in specific areas of the city. Although they can be nasty when they bite, there is no reason to panic. Here are some great scorpion resources.
About Scorpions
A general primer, from your About Guide to Phoenix.
A general primer, from your About Guide to Phoenix.
Arizona Bark Scorpion Pictures
See pictures of the Arizona bark scorpion. The Arizona bark scorpion is found all over the greater Phoenix area. This scorpion is venomous and dangerous.
See pictures of the Arizona bark scorpion. The Arizona bark scorpion is found all over the greater Phoenix area. This scorpion is venomous and dangerous.
How to Treat a Scorpion Sting
You might get stung by a scorpion, but there's no need to panic. Here's what to do.
You might get stung by a scorpion, but there's no need to panic. Here's what to do.
Are Cats Immune to Scorpion Venom?
Does having a cat reduce your risk have getting scorpions in your home? Are cats immune to scorpion stings? Here's what I think.
Does having a cat reduce your risk have getting scorpions in your home? Are cats immune to scorpion stings? Here's what I think.
Scorpion Locations
This is a forum thread where local have posted locations around town, and whether or not they have experienced scorpions there. This is intended to assist people who want to avoid areas where there might be a higher likelihood of scorpions coming into the home.
This is a forum thread where local have posted locations around town, and whether or not they have experienced scorpions there. This is intended to assist people who want to avoid areas where there might be a higher likelihood of scorpions coming into the home.
Scorpion Map of Phoenix
A study at ASU mapped reported scorpion stings in the late 1990s.
A study at ASU mapped reported scorpion stings in the late 1990s.
Giant Scorpion Discovered
A giant scorpion was discovered in Scottsdale, and residents are worried about where its mate might be. (April Fool's Day joke.)
A giant scorpion was discovered in Scottsdale, and residents are worried about where its mate might be. (April Fool's Day joke.)
Scorpion: Definition
Scorpions are venomous arachnids, and are relatives of the spider. Learn more about the scorpion.
Scorpions are venomous arachnids, and are relatives of the spider. Learn more about the scorpion.
Stung by a Scorpion
Read a true story of a woman stung by a scorpion after living in Arizona for just a few days. Scorpion stings can be frightening but are rarely fatal.
Read a true story of a woman stung by a scorpion after living in Arizona for just a few days. Scorpion stings can be frightening but are rarely fatal.
Buy a Scorpion
Want a scorpion of your very own? Get one here!
Want a scorpion of your very own? Get one here!
Kari's Scorpion Pages
There's a good section on how to collect scorpions.
There's a good section on how to collect scorpions.
Scorpion Anatomy
Your Guide to Exotic Pets tells you make makes a scorpion a scorpion.
Your Guide to Exotic Pets tells you make makes a scorpion a scorpion.
Premier Pest Control
Descriptions, habitat, life cycle and safety tips.
Descriptions, habitat, life cycle and safety tips.
Scorpion Enthusiasts
A forum for people who are interested in scorpions.
A forum for people who are interested in scorpions.
Scorpion Files
"The main goal with these pages is to create a short "biography" for as many species as possible."
"The main goal with these pages is to create a short "biography" for as many species as possible."
Scorpions of the USA
A checklist by state.
A checklist by state.
Scorpions
Detailed scorpion information and photos. Use your stop button on your browser if you want to silence the music.
Detailed scorpion information and photos. Use your stop button on your browser if you want to silence the music.
Scorpions
Good scientific information about scorpions from DesertUSA.
Good scientific information about scorpions from DesertUSA.
University of Arizona Scorpion Info
The College of Pharmacy brings you scorpion information.
The College of Pharmacy brings you scorpion information.