How to Get Rid of Arizona Bark Scorpions
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You can get rid of bark scorpions by sealing every tiny gap in your home, applying targeted treatments to their favorite hiding spots, and maintaining a protective barrier around your property.
Arizona bark scorpions aren’t safe to have around your family and pets because they pack the most potent venom of any scorpion in the U.S. Their sting can cause severe muscle spasms, nausea, and vomiting in healthy adults. For children, elderly family members, and pets, a sting can mean a trip to the emergency room.
You can get rid of bark scorpions for good, but it takes the right approach. It’s also important to know exactly where to look, especially in dark corners and anywhere moisture collects.
What Are Arizona Bark Scorpions?
Arizona bark scorpions are venomous arachnids that can affect your nervous system. When they sting, it feels like a hot nail being driven into your skin. The pain spreads quickly, and within minutes, you might feel tingling, numbness, or difficulty swallowing. Children under ten are especially at risk and may experience life-threatening reactions.
These bark scorpions can climb walls and ceilings, which is something most scorpions can’t do. Their special toe pads let them scale any surface except glass and smooth metal. This is why you might find one on your bathroom wall or even above your bed. Their climbing ability makes your entire home their playground, not just the floors and baseboards.
Unlike their bulkier desert cousins, bark scorpions look almost delicate. But don’t let that fool you. Arizona bark scorpions are easy to spot once you know what to look for:
- Light brown or tan coloring
- Two to three inches in length
- Slender body with a distinctive curved tail
Signs of Bark Scorpions in Your Home
Look for these warning signs that indicate a bark scorpion problem:
- Seeing a scorpion (or more)
- Finding shed skins, especially in closets and garages
- Spotting them under UV blacklight at night (glowing bright green)
- Noticing increased cricket and roach activity
Also, if your neighbors have scorpions, you probably do, too.
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Ways to Get Rid of Them
Safety is key when taking these steps in removing scorpions yourself:
- Seal entry points.
- Install weatherstripping.
- Use mesh screens.
- Lay down baits and traps.
- Call scorpion exterminators.
Long-Term Prevention
In the long run, DIY efforts often fail because store-bought products rarely get deep enough into cracks where scorpion colonies live. While waiting for exterminators to come, make sure to:
- Keep your grass short
- Remove any wood piles
- Eliminate standing water
- Plant herbs, like lavender, around your property
- Keep bushes trimmed
And without proper identification, you might be treating for the wrong species and using the wrong methods.
Learn more about scorpion prevention here.
When to Call the Professionals
Call an extermination professional immediately if you see multiple scorpions, find them in bedrooms or children’s areas, or if anyone in your home has been stung.
Don’t wait if you have young children, elderly family members, or anyone with health conditions. The risk is too great.
Your Scorpion Experts
At Pest Control Inc, we’ve protected Clark County NV families from scorpions for over years. Our certified technicians know exactly where scorpions hide and how to eliminate colonies, not just the ones you can see.
We back our scorpion control with a satisfaction guarantee because we know our methods work. So if scorpions return between treatments, so do we (and at no extra charge).
Call us today to get started with a free estimate.
