24 Jun 2022
Bark scorpion

Florida bark scorpion is a creature best left alone

Many people think scorpions are a pest control problem only for the Southwest states. But scorpions do well here, too. Florida has at least three known species within its borders. The largest of these is the Florida bark scorpion. Growing up to four inches by adulthood, this nocturnal creature prefers to hunt at night, preying […]

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21 Nov 2017

What Is the Florida Striped Scorpion?

There are a few Florida scorpions that are referred to as a Florida striped scorpion. This could refer to the Florida bark scorpion, the Hentz striped scorpion, or the Guiana striped scorpion. Scorpions in Florida can be dangerous and will often enter a home at night, lurking in the bathtub or shower. If you’ve got […]

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31 Mar 2016

Are Southern Devil Scorpions: Devilish or Misunderstood?

Did you think that scorpions only belonged out West? Think again. There is a scorpion that likes things a little more tropical than most of its cousins. The Southern Devil scorpion is one of the few that are native to the Southeastern US. Are they dangerous enough to warrant a call to your Brevard County […]

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14 Jan 2016

Florida’s Bark Scorpion

If you think that scorpions are a pest control problem found only in the western states, then you must not have lived in Florida for very long! Scorpions do quite well here too. Florida actually has at least three known species living and reproducing within its borders. The largest of these is the Florida Bark […]

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