Category Archives: SCORPIONS OF ARIZONA

STRIPED TAIL SCORPION (Paravaejovis Spinigerus)

This scorpion can be identified by the brownish-tan stripes on the back of its tail. The pedipalps or pinchers are significantly larger than the AZ Bark Scorpion pedipalps. This scorpion is medium sized. The Striped Tail Scorpion again is a predator of insects and therefore management requires control of other insects as well. The venom…

GIANT DESERT HAIRY SCORPION (Hadrurus Arizonenensis)

This is considered to be the largest scorpion in North America. Giant Desert Hairy Scorpion can range in length up to 6 inches. This is quite disturbing. This scorpion can feed on a variety of prey including lizards and snakes. It is usually yellow with a dark top. It gets it’s name by the long…

ARIZONA BARK SCORPION (Centruoides Sculpturatus)

This small scorpion is the most dangerous scorpion in North America. It’s venom can be fatal. Especially to small children, elderly, and people with weakened conditions. It is particular harmful to small pets as well. Scorpions are predators of other insects therefore control of insect populations are critical to management of this pest. They typically…