If you live in Arizona, encountering baby scorpions can be alarming. These arachnids are born live and ride on their mother’s back until they go through their first molt, shedding their exoskeleton to grow.
Seeing a few scorplings could mean there’s an infestation developing in your home, and you have to take action!
Key Takeaways
- Baby scorpions have venom and can be just as dangerous as adult scorpions, especially the Arizona bark scorpion.
- Scorplings hide in closets, cracks, and outdoor spaces, and they glow under UV light in the dark.
- Getting rid of their food, sealing small cracks, and calling pest control can help stop an infestation.
- Scorpion stings can be serious, so washing the area and getting medical help if needed is important.
How to Get Rid of Baby Scorpions
Many people assume that baby scorpions, or scorplings, are less dangerous than adult scorpions, but this is not true. They are born with a functional stinger and venom. Some species of scorpion, such as the Arizona bark scorpion are particularly dangerous.
If you’ve spotted baby scorpions in or around your home, taking action now can help prevent a growing infestation. Here’s what you can do:
1. Know Where Baby Scorpions Hide
Scorplings seek shelter in:
- Closets, shoes, and clothing piles
- Cracks and crevices in walls and flooring
- Bathrooms, garages, and storage spaces
- Outdoor areas
Because scorpions are nocturnal, using black light can help detect them, as their exoskeleton glows under UV light.
2. Eliminate Their Food Source
Scorpions feed on critters like crickets, roaches, centipedes, and other arthropods. Keeping your home free of these pests will make it less attractive to scorpions.
3. Seal Entry Points
Scorpions can slip through entry points like tiny crevices in walls, windows, and doors. To prevent scorpions from entering:
- Seal gaps with caulk or weather stripping.
- Repair damaged screens and door sweeps.
- Install mesh covers over vents.
4. Use Pest Control Services
If you continue to see baby scorpions, DIY measures may not be enough. It may be time to call a pest control expert. They can use professional sprays and techniques for scorpion control.
What to Do If You Get Stung
Bark scorpion stings can be painful. With the scorpion venom, some people experience severe symptoms such as muscle spasms, difficulty breathing, or numbness.
If you or a loved one is stung:
- Wash the area with soap and water.
- Apply a cold compress.
- Seek medical attention if symptoms worsen.
- Call Poison Control for guidance.
While fatalities from venomous scorpions are rare, stings should not be ignored, especially for young children or those with an allergic reaction.
Keep Your Home Baby Scorpion-Free
Regular pest control services, sealing crevices, and eliminating food sources can help you prevent scorpions from invading your home. But for complete scorpion control, professional treatment is the best solution.
At Green Home Pest Control, our exterminators specialize in scorpion control for homes in Phoenix, Tucson, and surrounding Arizona areas. With our targeted solutions, we can eliminate scorplings, adult scorpions, and their food sources—giving you long-term protection.
If you’re dealing with a scorpion infestation, don’t wait.
Contact us today for fast, effective service.
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